A fiery House Oversight Committee hearing erupted as Republican Representatives confronted Smithsonian National Museum of American History Director Anthea Hartig over exhibits, gender-related questions, and content she argued was inappropriate for children. In announcing the hearing, the Republican-led committee claimed that the “Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is promoting a narrow, politically tendentious agenda instead of seeking to instil in visitors an appreciation for America’s unique history as a beacon of liberty, democracy, and opportunity.”

Rep. Brian Jack (R-Ga.) questioned Dr. Anthea Hartig, Director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, during a House Oversight subcommittee hearing examining…

A face-off between a Smithsonian official and congressional Republicans revealed the battle over America's meaning

Anthea Hartig was unable to provide a satisfactory explanation of the Smithsonian's anti-American museum material before House committees.