Trump Fires Librarian of Congress for Not Serving U.S. Interests

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President Donald Trump has fired Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress, citing her failure to serve American interests. The White House announced the decision on a Friday. The move has stirred debate over the role of the Library of Congress.

Carla Hayden was appointed in 2016. She was the first woman and African American in the role.

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The Library of Congress is the nation’s oldest federal cultural institution. It serves as a research arm for Congress.

Trump’s stated reason was Hayden’s alleged misalignment with U.S. interests. No specific examples were provided.

Some support the firing, arguing for leadership aligned with Trump’s vision. Others view it as politicizing a nonpartisan role.

The Librarian of Congress oversees a vast collection of books and archives. The role is appointed by the president.

Hayden’s tenure included efforts to digitize collections. Her dismissal surprised many in the library community.

The firing may affect the institution’s direction. It underscores Trump’s focus on loyalty.