Smithsonian chief Lonnie G. Bunch III resigns
Bunch has spent the last few months defending the Smithsonian against attacks from President Trump. In a statement, Bunch says he leaves with "mixed emotions."
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- First observed by CurrentWire: Deadline · Sep 8, 2026 at 12:35 PM ET
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NPRTier A
Smithsonian chief Lonnie G. Bunch III resigns(opens original report in a new tab)The GuardianTier B
Smithsonian chief Lonnie Bunch III to resign amid Trump administration pressure on institution - US politics live(opens original report in a new tab)Bunch told the New York Times it was not Trump pressure on the organization that had led to his departure but acknowledged ‘stress’ of the role Further down the ballot in New Hampshire, the Democratic primary for Chris… — The Guardian
ABC NewsTier B
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch resigns amid attacks from Trump administration(opens original report in a new tab)Amid attacks from the White House, Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch is stepping down from his position after seven years of leading the Smithsonian Institution. — ABC News
DeadlineTier B
Lonnie Bunch Says He Will Resign As Secretary Of The Smithsonian Amid Trump Administration Attacks And Pressure On Institution(opens original report in a new tab)Lonnie Bunch, who has led the Smithsonian as its secretary for the past seven years, said that he will step down at the end of the year. His departure comes amid repeated criticism from the Trump administration over how… — Deadline
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