A dispute has emerged between the White House and the Smithsonian over the presentation of US history. The White House has issued a report accusing the Smithsonian of "extreme political activism" and labeling its leadership as radical, which the Smithsonian chief has disputed, emphasizing the importance of "accuracy and integrity". The nature and implications of the disagreement are unclear, with some outlets characterizing the White House's actions as an escalation of meddling in the Smithsonian's affairs.