Smithsonian Director Grilled Over Mickey Mouse, ‘White Supremacy’ Exhibit Claims

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The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History faced tough questioning from House Republicans Tuesday over exhibits and educational materials they said promoted controversial views on race and…

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