EO 14253
Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History
Government ReformEducation
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Summary
This executive order directs the federal government to modify the presentation of American history at national historical sites and museums, particularly the Smithsonian Institution, by removing what the order characterizes as ideological narratives. The order establishes policies requiring museums to emphasize American achievements and values, and restricts federal appropriations to institutions that divide Americans by race or promote certain ideological frameworks.
Key Points
- 1Establishes an administration policy to reshape how federal historical sites and museums present American history, focusing on achievements and progress rather than critiques of historical injustices
- 2Assigns the Vice President oversight of the Smithsonian Institution Board of Regents to remove what the order describes as 'improper ideology' from Smithsonian properties
- 3Directs the Office of Management and Budget to work with Congress to attach conditions to future Smithsonian appropriations, including prohibitions on exhibits deemed to divide Americans by race or promote incompatible ideologies
- 4Includes specific direction regarding the American Women's History Museum to celebrate women's achievements and not recognize men as women
- 5Instructs the Secretary of the Interior to fund improvements to Independence Hall
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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