The White House is conducting an expansive review of the Smithsonian's museum exhibitions , materials and operations ahead of America’s 250th anniversary to ensure it aligns with President Donald Trump 's views of history, an administration official confirmed to NBC News.

The assessment, which was first reported by the Wall Street Journal , will include reviews of museum exhibitions, online content, internal curatorial processes, exhibition planning, the use of collections and artist grants, and wording related to museum exhibit messaging, the official said.

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The Smithsonian Institution includes 21 museums, 14 education and research centers and the National Zoo.

The news of the review was outlined in a letter

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