Owners of historical objects loaned to the NMAAHC, which is part of the Smithsonian Institution, said their items are being removed from view.

The Smithsonian is pushing back against allegations that some artifacts are being removed from the National Museum of African American History and Culture following President Trump's executive order to purge "improper ideology" from the broader institution.

In response to Trump’s executive order targeting the Smithsonian, Black churches are pledging support to the African American History Museum.