Professor says Trump attacks museums politically

The Trump government ordered a review of museums. This is Trump's new effort to control what people learn about the country.

CB
cbsnews.com
News Source
Thu, Aug 14, 25
Published At
AI-Powered Learning ToolAI

This article has been summarized and translated using AI to help you practice reading and comprehension. While we strive for accuracy, some nuances may be lost in translation.

View originalcbsnews.comarticle for the complete source.

The Trump government started checking Smithsonian museums. Some teachers think this is political. Professor Redman says this is a political attack on history museums.

Trump wants to change how American history is shown. Museums usually show history without politics. But now Trump might change museum exhibits.

The professor thinks Trump wants to control historical stories. This worries many historians and museum workers. They think politics should not control how history is taught.

Museums are important for education. Many people are concerned about these changes.

Original Article

cbsnews.com

https://www.cbsnews.com/video/professor-calls-trumps-review-smithsonian-museums-frontal-political-assault/

Comprehension Quiz
Question 1 of 30 Correct
Which professor criticizes Trump's actions?
Professor Martin
Professor Redman
Professor Smith
Professor Brown
Select an answer above

More from Politics