Smithsonian affirms independence after Trump says he fired head of National Portrait Gallery
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Source: ABC News
The Smithsonian tried to affirm its autonomy from outside influences in a statement on Monday after President Donald Trump announced that he fired National Portrait Gallery head Kim Sajet for being a "highly partisan person."
The institution, which is the world's largest museum, education and research complex, sent the statement after a Monday Board of Regents meeting with Vice President JD Vance and Chief Justice of the United States John Roberts, according to a document the Smithsonian sent ABC News on Monday.
Board of Regent meetings are held at least four times a year. Vance and Roberts are both ex officio members, meaning they act in advisory roles.
"All personnel decisions are made by and subject to the direction of the Secretary, with oversight by the Board," the Smithsonian said in its statement. "Lonnie G. Bunch, the Secretary, has the support of the Board of Regents in his authority and management of the Smithsonian."
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