Power Struggle and Separation of Powers
President 's dismissal of Librarian of Congress and subsequent appointments of loyalists have ignited a dispute over the separation of powers, aiming to assert executive control over a legislative branch institution.
This conflict, involving the library's vast resources and sensitive information, has led to rare Republican pushback against Trump, with discussions aimed at resolving the standoff.
Controversy and Congressional Response
The controversy began with Hayden's abrupt firing, followed by attempts to place Justice Department officials in senior library roles, sparking concerns over executive overreach into the legislative branch.
Congressional leaders, including Senate Majority Leader , have sought to protect legislative branch equities, indicating that discussions with the are ongoing to resolve the issue.