August 7, 2026

Sen. Lisa Murkowski Challenges GOP's Smithsonian Funding Threats

Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, breaks with GOP colleagues, advocating for the Smithsonian's commitment to objective history.
Murkowski and Sen. Jeff Merkley request clarification on President Trump's directive for temporary signage outside the National Museum of American History.
The controversy continues over perceived political bias in Smithsonian exhibits, with some Republicans pushing for funding restrictions.

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