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Elon Musk's cost cutting team has reportedly turned its attention to the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, as part of broader efforts to streamline government spending. Representatives from Musk's Department of Government Efficiency met with museum leadership this week, though their specific intentions remain unclear. The move coincides with the current administration's increased scrutiny of cultural institutions. Recent executive orders have targeted organizations like the Smithsonian and the Kennedy Center over perceived ideological concerns. The National Gallery, which relies heavily on federal funding, received $210 million last year to maintain free public access. Founded in 1937 through congressional action, the gallery operates as an independent trust. It recently removed diversityrelated language from its website following a White House directive. In a statement, the museum reaffirmed its commitment to working with federal partners while preserving its artistic mission. The gallery's leadership includes high ranking officials such as the Treasury Secretary and Supreme Court Chief Justice. Despite political pressures, the institution has so far avoided direct confrontation with the administration.