Exclusive: Executive Director of Group Planning America’s 250th Anniversary Fired
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: WSJ
Updated: Sep 23 2025
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Source: WSJ
Executive Director Termination: The U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission has terminated its executive director, Ariel Abergel, after he posted unapproved content on the official Instagram account and had conflicts with commissioners.
Internal Struggles: The Commission has faced ongoing internal disarray, legal conflicts, and a lack of support from the White House and congressional leadership regarding the celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.