Roger Stone, a longtime ally of former President Donald Trump and self-described devotee of Richard Nixon, publicly demanded that Trump fire all employees of the Smithsonian Institution.Stone's statement came in response to what he claimed was a false representation regarding Nixon's impeachment history.

While Nixon resigned in August 1974 before the House could vote on the articles of impeachment, Stone framed the museum's account as a deliberate lie and urged transparency by making public the list of employees he deemed responsible.

Stone, who was previously pardoned by Trump following his conviction for charges including lying to Congress and obstruction during the Russia investigation, has often positioned himself as a guardian of Nixon's legacy.

His call reflects a broader pattern where some Trump allies advocate using federal workforce authority against institutions they view as politically adversarial.

The incident highlights ongoing tensions between former Trump supporters and public institutions over historical interpretation and perceived political bias.