President Trump’s adviser leading a review of Smithsonian museums’ content defended the move as shifting the focus to progress, rather than dwelling on past mistakes, and argued that

The administration wants the museum system to “celebrate American exceptionalism” and “remove divisive or partisan narratives” ahead of the country’s 250th anniversary.

The White House is conducting an expansive review of the Smithsonian's museum exhibitions, materials and operations ahead of America’s 250th anniversary to ensure it aligns with President Donald Trump's view of history,