DIThe Distraction Index

#historical narratives

4 events across 4 weeks

1Damage
2Hype
1Noise
18.7Avg Dmg
39.9Avg Hype
WEEK 84Aug 2 – 8
HYPE2026-08-03
Trump v. Smithsonian: White House Fight Over 'Woke' History
federal · narrow
Damage
—
Hype
50.8
WEEK 83Jul 26 – Aug 1
HYPE2026-07-27
Trump Executive Order on Smithsonian Museum Signage and Historical Exhibits
Norm Erosion Onlyfederal · moderate
Damage
20.2
Hype
57.5
WEEK 77Jun 14 – 20
DMG2026-06-14
Federal Judge Orders Restoration of National Park Exhibits and Signs
Judicial/Legal Actionfederal · broad
Damage
43.2
Hype
32.3
WEEK 61Feb 22 – 28
NOISE2026-02-16
Trump Administration Ordered to Restore George Washington Slavery Exhibit
Norm Erosion Onlyfederal · narrow
Damage
11.3
Hype
19.0