Alex Padilla: “He cannot unilaterally change that. But that's the conversation and the chaos. He wants to create.”

The Department’s failure to immediately pursue an appeal in support of the NFA calls into question statements you made to the United States Senate during your confirmation process and raises serious doubts about your willingness—and…

In light of these many concerns, we request answers to the following questions and production of the documents identified below.

DOJ’s failure to seek immediate relief is profoundly concerning—for the integrity of the Department, the rule of law, and the public’s safety.

While Trump continues to try to re-write history, I will continue to fight to defend the Smithsonian’s independence from Trump’s pressure campaign and political agenda.