Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Trump Dismisses Librarian Carla Hayden Amid Controversy

5/11/2025

29 3

Summary

Story summary

In a controversial move, President Trump dismissed Carla Hayden, the first Black woman to serve as Librarian of Congress, on May 8, 2023. Her commitment to accessibility and diversity drew ire from conservative factions. Democrats decried the decision, viewing it as a troubling step in Trump's campaign to limit access to information and reshape library policies.

1 of 1

Story summary

In a controversial move, President Trump dismissed Carla Hayden, the first Black woman to serve as Librarian of Congress, on May 8, 2023. Her commitment to accessibility and diversity drew ire from conservative factions. Democrats decried the decision, viewing it as a troubling step in Trump's campaign to limit access to information and reshape library policies.