GOP lawmaker demands answers after Smithsonian chief urged moving beyond 'America First mentality'

Rep. Mike Carey questioned Smithsonian leadership about removing 'American history' from the National Museum of American History's mission statement, citing a goal to move beyond an 'America-first mentality.' The issue reflects broader political debates over national identity and historical narratives, with progressive museum officials emphasizing social justice and conservative lawmakers advocating for traditional American ideals.