President Donald Trump posted an AI meme on Truth Social featuring himself hosting supporters against Vincent Van Gogh's 'The Starry Night' with a 'Trump 2028' banner, sparking renewed speculation about a third term.
House Republicans sharply questioned Anthea Hartig, director of the National Museum of American History, over alleged 'woke ideology' and insufficient patriotism, echoing Trump administration criticisms. Democrats rebutted, defending museums' trustworthiness and accusing the GOP of trying to control historical narratives. Hartig defended the Smithsonian's nonpartisan mission.
The Smithsonian's secretary, Lonnie G. Bunch III, defended the National Museum of American History against a critical White House report that accused it of "institutional capture by a radical, activist ideology." Bunch stated the report is "not a fair characterization" and affirmed the museum's commitment to scholarship and accuracy.
Preliminary data indicates the US murder rate in 2025 fell nearly 20% from 2024, reaching its lowest level since 1960. This decline is attributed to waning alcohol consumption, drug abuse, and firearm purchases, reversing a sharp spike observed between 2015 and 2021.
Vita huset har riktat skarp kritik mot Smithsonian institution, särskilt National museum of American history, för vad som kallas "antiamerikansk ideologi". En rapport anklagar museet för politisk aktivism och att betona slavägande hos landsfäder. Historikerorganisationer slår tillbaka mot kritiken.
The US marked its 250th anniversary with fireworks and flyovers, but celebrations were marred by extreme weather and political controversy. President Trump held a rally in Washington, D.C., while former presidents reflected on the nation's ideals and divisions.
The US marked its 250th anniversary with fireworks and events nationwide. President Trump held a rally on the National Mall, separate from official celebrations, while a heatwave and thunderstorms impacted festivities. White nationalists marched in Washington, and former presidents reflected on the nation's ideals and divisions.
High school students in South Carolina are learning about Gullah Geechee culture and history through the lens of food. Field trips, archival research, and culinary experiences are connecting students to their heritage and the significance of traditional dishes.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump's executive order aimed at reshaping how American history is taught. The order sought to remove content that "inappropriately disparages Americans." This follows the removal of an exhibit on enslaved African-Americans at George Washington's first executive mansion in Philadelphia, sparking legal battles and calls for its full restoration.
Cardsmiths and America250 have launched Currency Series 6, a 120+ card collection celebrating the U.S. 250th anniversary. Limited edition packs are numbered to 1,776, and some cards can be redeemed for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, or Dogecoin.
A new law named after Charlie Kirk is encouraging Tennessee teachers to include the positive impacts of religion in American history classes
