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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 12, 2026Miami-Dade County

President Trump proposes George Washington statue and exhibit at the Smithsonian Institution

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President Donald Trump wants the Smithsonian Institution to install a colossal statue of George Washington outside the National Museum of American History along with a special exhibit honoring the nation's first president.

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Why It Matters

The proposal concerns the display and public presentation of historical figures at a prominent federal museum.

Key Facts

  • President Donald Trump wants the Smithsonian Institution to install a colossal statue of George Washington outside the National Museum of American History.
  • President Trump also wants a special exhibit honoring the nation's first president established at the institution.

Who's Mentioned

locationNational Museum of American History“Proposed location for the colossal statue.”OrganizationSmithsonian Institution“Institution requested to install the statue and exhibit.”PersonGeorge Washington“Subject of the requested statue and exhibit.”PersonDonald Trump“President proposing the statue and exhibit.”