President Donald Trump said Friday that he has fired Kim Sajet, the director of the National Portrait Gallery.Trump posted on Truth Social, "Upon the request and recommendation of many people, I am herby terminating the employment of Kim Sajet as Director of the National Portrait Gallery.

The Smithsonian Institution late Monday issued its own declaration of independence, saying authority over its staff lies with Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch. The move follows President Trump's assertion that he was firing Kim Sajet.

Kim Sajet, the director of the Smithsonian museum for more than 12 years, has tried to bring in more contemporary artists.