President Trump has changed his tune on the Smithsonian's depiction of America's past since he visited the National Museum of African American History in 2017.

Following that visit to the newly opened museum, Trump was full of praise.

“It's a new, beautiful Smithsonian museum that serves as a shining example of African Americans’ incredible contributions to our culture, our society and our history,” Trump said months into his first term.

“It also tells of the great struggle for freedom and equality that prevailed against the sins of slavery and the injustice of discrimination. The work and love of the people who helped create such a masterpiece is a testament to the legacy of so many leaders,” he added.

The president added in the February 2017 remarks that "nothing" was more important than his promise to continue "freedom for African Americans and for every American."

"This tour........

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