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10 hours ago

Amy Sherald Lands on Time's 2026 Women of the Year List | Artnet News

At a moment when global progress demands bold and decisive action, the 2026 Women of the Year remind us that individual leadership remains one of the most powerful catalysts for change. Sherald is best known for her official portrait of former First Lady Michelle Obama, renowned for her signature combination of grisaille skin tones and colorful, fashionable attire.
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2 weeks ago

Trump Is Pushing for His Own Dedicated Smithsonian Display

The White House seeks to display pro-Trump fan art at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery, pressing the institution over historical narratives and portrait display practices.
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8 months ago

Smithsonian asserts authority to make 'all personnel decisions' following Trump attempts to fire gallery director

The Smithsonian Institution reaffirmed its nonpartisan status and clarified personnel decisions are not made by the President.
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