Smithsonian Director Grilled, AOC Leaves 2028 Door Open, NJ Reveals Illegal Voters: AM Update 7/22
7/22/202620 min
The director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History faces a contentious congressional hearing over accusations that the taxpayer-funded institution promotes left-wing ideology and downplays the nation’s founding. Democrat Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leaves the door open to a 2028 presidential run as her national campaigning and increasingly Obama-like rhetoric fuel speculation. The Pentagon identifies three American soldiers killed in the renewed conflict with Iran as CBS News reports nearly 100 other service members have been injured. New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill reveals that a software error improperly registered roughly 6,600 non-citizens to vote, and approximately 400 casting ballots.
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Mark Halperin· Host0:18
[upbeat music] Hey, good morning everyone. I'm Mark Halperin, host of Next Up with Mark Halperin, filling in today for the great Megan Kelly. It's Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026, and this is your AM Update.
Anthea Hartig· Soundbite0:32
We strive to represent all Americans- You strive to represent queer pedophiles The director of the Smithsonian's American History Museum grilled on Capitol Hill over accusations she's turned the institution into a showcase for left-wing activism.
Mark Halperin· Host0:50
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leaving the door open to a presidential run in 2028. And the Pentagon identifying three American soldiers killed in the renewed fighting with Iran.
Mikie Sherrill· Soundbite1:01
A serious software error in New Jersey's motor vehicle system led to the improper voter registration- And more than 6,000 non-citizens improperly added to New Jersey's voter rolls, with hundreds going on to cast ballots.
Mark Halperin· Host1:17
All that and more coming up here on your AM Update.
Speaker 51:21
We would not be celebrating America 250 if it weren't for a strong foundation set by the framers.