A heated House hearing put Smithsonian Institution leadership under intense scrutiny as lawmakers questioned museum exhibits and diversity initiatives, including claims that some displays promote a "white supremacy" narrative. Members of Congress sharply debated historical interpretation, public funding, and allegations of ideological bias. Watch the biggest confrontations and key moments from this high-profile Capitol Hill hearing.

The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History director is set to testify before Congress after the release of a scathing White House report.

Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, questioned National Museum of American History director Anthea Hartig in a House Oversight subcommittee hearing Tuesday. In announcing the hearing, the…

Anthea Hartig rejected a White House report accusing the Smithsonian of “ideological capture” and anti‑American bias.

A heated House hearing put Smithsonian Institution leadership under intense scrutiny as lawmakers questioned museum exhibits and diversity initiatives, including claims that some…

Lawmakers went for a Smithsonian sequel this week, as a top museum official and a nearly identical group of witnesses appeared for their second congressional hearing. Republicans…

Republicans grilled a museum head, intensifying Donald Trump’s campaign to reshape the American story.