Trump's Sudden Firing of Librarian Carla Hayden Sparks Outrage
President Donald Trump has abruptly fired the Librarian of Congress, Carla Hayden, sparking significant criticism from top Democrats who highlight her dedication to modernizing and democratizing knowledge. The dismissal is seen as part of a broader move to remove government officials opposing the president's agenda.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 09-05-2025 07:24 IST | Created: 09-05-2025 07:24 IST
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In a surprising move, President Donald Trump has dismissed Carla Hayden from her position as Librarian of Congress, amid a broader effort by the White House to eliminate those viewed as opposing the presidential agenda.
The announcement, initially revealed by three prominent House Democrats, was later corroborated by an anonymous source.
Reacting to the termination, Rep. Rosa DeLauro expressed disgust, noting that despite Hayden's efforts to modernize the institution, her firing undermines the independence and legacy of the Library of Congress.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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