Philadelphia, PA — February 19, 2026. In response to reporting, the National Constitution Center issued the following statement:
"We stand by our original statements from January 12, 2026, regarding the leadership transition at the National Constitution Center. Further, the NCC and its leadership want to be unequivocally clear that politics of any kind did not play a role in this or any other business of the Center. We all look forward to the celebration of 250 years of American independence and plan to work together to promote the NCC’s non-partisan programming in support of this celebration."
Signed,
Doug DeVos, immediate past NCC Board Chair
Michael George, NCC Board Chair
Jeffrey Rosen, NCC CEO Emeritus
Vince Stango, NCC Interim President and CEO
Please direct press inquiries to [email protected]
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About the National Constitution Center
The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia brings together people of all ages and perspectives, across America and around the world, to learn about, debate, and celebrate the greatest vision of human freedom in history, the U.S. Constitution. A private, nonprofit organization, the Center serves as America’s leading platform for constitutional education and debate, fulfilling its congressional charter “to disseminate information about the U.S. Constitution on a nonpartisan basis.” As the Museum of We the People, the Center brings the Constitution to life for visitors of all ages through interactive programs and exhibits. As America’s Town Hall, the Center brings the leading conservative and liberal thought leaders together to debate the Constitution on all media platforms. As a Headquarters for Civic Education, the Center delivers the best educational programs and online resources that inspire citizens and engage all Americans in learning about the U.S. Constitution. For more information, call 215-409-6700 or visit constitutioncenter.org.
