Kim Sajet has announced her resignation after twelve years as director of the National Portrait Gallery amid political pressures, particularly from the Trump administration. Her decision follows comments made by President Trump regarding her alleged partisanship and support for diversity initiatives. Sajet emphasized her commitment to the museum's mission over her personal interests in her resignation statement. Upon her departure, accolades for her impact on the institution were given by Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch, highlighting her efforts to enhance the narrative power of portraiture.
It has been the honour of a lifetime to lead the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery. This was not an easy decision, but I believe it is the right one.
Her decision to put the museum first is to be applauded and appreciated. I know this was not an easy decision. She put the needs of the institution above her own.
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