Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch Is Resigning
- Posted on September 8, 2026
- Smithsonian Institution
- By The New York Times
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Lonnie G. Bunch III, the prominent leader of the Smithsonian Institution, has announced his resignation amid mounting pressure from the White House regarding the museum's approach to presenting American historical narratives. This departure comes as political tensions escalate over how cultural institutions interpret and display the nation's complex past, marking a significant moment for the museum's leadership and its mission to preserve and educate.
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Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch Is Resigning
In the face of escalating White House attacks about how museums present American history, Lonnie G. Bunch III has announced his decision to depart. continue reading...
