President Donald Trump has issued an executive order to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) along with other federal entities.
The elimination of IMLS will have broader implications, impacting cultural, humanities, economic, and educational sectors in the US.
The move will pose significant challenges for museums and libraries, particularly smaller institutions and those in marginalized communities that rely on federal support.
The decision threatens cultural institutions, jobs, conservation efforts, community programs, and the economic role that museums play.