Smithsonian abolishes mention of Trump's impeachment events from the display dedicated to his presidency
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History has made a significant change to its "Limits of Presidential Power" exhibit, removing references to President Donald Trump's two impeachments. This decision, made after a review of the museum's "legacy content" this year, has been met with both controversy and support.
Trump was impeached for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress in 2019, and for incitement of insurrection in 2021, making him the only president in American history to be impeached twice. His second impeachment trial took place after his term ended and resulted in his acquittal on February 13, 2021.
The museum reverted this section to its 2008 version, which omitted Trump but still includes coverage of earlier presidential impeachments such as those of Andrew Johnson, Richard Nixon, and Bill Clinton. The Smithsonian spokesperson explained the decision by saying that the legacy content needed reviewing and updating, and the institution is committed to scholarship free from political or partisan influence.
The Smithsonian's decision comes amidst Trump's efforts to exert influence on American cultural, athletic, and artistic institutions. Trump signed an executive order in March 2025 directing Vice President J.D. Vance to oversee efforts to "remove improper ideology" from all areas of the Smithsonian Institution, targeting funding for programs that promote what the order labels as "divisive narratives" and "improper ideology" related to American history.
The White House spokesperson criticized the Smithsonian for showcasing divisive exhibits, stating that they are out of touch with mainstream America. However, the Smithsonian Board of Regents emphasized their commitment to maintaining the institution as a nonpartisan scholarly beacon despite the executive order and ongoing changes.
Currently, references to Trump's unique distinction as the only U.S. president impeached twice have been temporarily removed from the exhibit. The Smithsonian indicated that a future exhibition will include all presidential impeachments, though the exact timeline for this update is not yet specified.
In response, the Trump administration has stated its intention to work with the Smithsonian to remove improper ideology and unite Americans regarding their great history. The Smithsonian, for its part, remains committed to upholding its mission as a trusted guardian of American history, presenting facts without political bias.
[1] Source: Smithsonian Institution press release, August 2025.
- The debate over politics and policy in the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History has extended to gambling culture, with recent discussions regarding responsible gambling practices in Las Vegas casinos and casino personalities.
- The gambling industry, marked by trends like casino-and-gambling expansion in Las Vegas and online gambling, has raised concerns about crime-and-justice issues, notably money laundering, strategic accidents, and improper gambling behaviors.
- War-and-conflicts and migration have impacted the lives of individuals working in casino-and-gambling establishments, leading to a renewed interest in the role of casino culture in general-news narratives, particularly in regards to poor working conditions and irresponsible practices.
- Despite these concerns, the casino-culture's influence on American society and economic development is undeniable. Thus, calls for policy-and-legislation reforms to regulate the industry and ensure responsible gambling are at the forefront of ongoing discussions.
- These days, the topic of casino-culture is a matter of both intrigue and controversy in the realms of casual discussions, crime-and-justice investigations, and political debates, pushing for a more enlightened dialogue about its role in everyday life.
- The Smithsonian Institution's mission to maintain a nonpartisan scholarly approach in the face of political pressures and the questionable influence of external forces, as well as its commitment to presenting facts without political bias, remains inspiring for the pursuit of truth and understanding in various societal sectors, including the gambling industry.
