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politics5 months ago•2 min saved

Trump's Anti-Woke Campaign Targets U.S. Museums and Historians

The Trump administration is reviewing Smithsonian museums for exhibits it claims focus excessively on oppression and negative portrayals of US history, targeting seven flagship museums and demanding content corrections, amid broader efforts to reshape narratives around American achievements and history.

via The Guardian|

#cultural-review #exhibit-controversy #politics

security2 years ago•0 min saved

National Zoo Reopens After Bomb Threat Evacuation

The National Zoo in Washington, D.C. was evacuated following a bomb threat, prompting a sweep by D.C. Police who found no evidence of a threat. The zoo will remain closed for the day but is expected to reopen tomorrow, while all other Smithsonian museums remain open. Connecticut Avenue was temporarily blocked due to police activity.

via FOX 5 DC|

#bomb-threat #dc-police #evacuation