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Trump's next targets: Museums and libraries


Published on 2025-03-31 11:01:19 - Axios
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  • The Trump administration is aiming to shut down a federal agency that distributes taxpayer money to museums and libraries
  • including in Texas. Why it matters: The cultural institutions rely on federal money to meet their mission.

The article from MSN discusses former President Donald Trump's potential plans to target museums and libraries if he were to return to office. It highlights concerns among cultural institutions about Trump's previous actions and statements regarding education and cultural heritage. Trump's administration had previously proposed significant budget cuts to the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which fund many museums and libraries across the U.S. There's apprehension that he might seek to defund or alter the operations of these institutions to align with his political ideologies, potentially affecting educational programs, exhibitions, and the autonomy of these cultural spaces. Critics fear this could lead to a politicization of history and culture, influencing what narratives are presented to the public.

Read the Full Axios Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/trump-s-next-targets-museums-and-libraries/ar-AA1BZDAN ]