Olszewski Issues Statement on Reported Dismissal of Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden

(Washington, DC) – Maryland Congressman Johnny Olszewski this evening issued the following statement on the reported dismissal of Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden:

“President Trump’s  reportedly callous dismissal of Carla Hayden is a disgraceful disservice to all Americans. We must call this out for what it is: an attack on our democratic norms and yet another effort to replace dedicated public servants with MAGA allies.

Dr. Hayden – who ran Baltimore’s famous Enoch Pratt Free Library for 23 years prior to serving as Librarian of Congress – has dedicated her career to her community and her country. The Library of Congress is America’s knowledge, creativity and heritage vault and Dr. Hayden has been a faithful steward of its treasures since 2016. She is beloved by Democrats and Republicans alike.

Dr. Hayden deserves to serve out the remainder of her 10-year term and the country will be better off for it. Congress must demand answers and be ready to fight for her reinstatement.”