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The Smithsonian’s top official, Lonnie G. Bunch III, is retiring, ushering a transition at the institution just as President Trump intensifies his campaign to influence its portrayal of American history. Here is the full letter Bunch sent to staff:

washingtonpost.comRead Lonnie Bunch’s letter announcing his resignation to Smithsonian staffThe longtime head of the institution told staffers he would “continue to protect the integrity of the Smithsonian.” He said he would depart by the end of the year.

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Lena G R

@lenagr.bsky.social

9 Sept

Such a shameful chapter to push out such a brilliant scholar, a kind and thoughtful leader, who worked hard and defended his team. This racist administration should be ashamed of themselves

Dave S

@dmstraker.bsky.social

9 Sept

Further replacement of the competent with the compliant as Trump vainly seeks to reengineer history.