GOP congressional leaders have stood aside the past four months as President Donald Trump has attacked legislative branch prerogatives — shuttering agencies, canceling federal grants and imposing sweeping tariffs.

President Donald Trump appointed Todd Blanche, who is second in charge at the Justice Department, as the new librarian of Congress. Before being tapped for the DOJ, Blanche served as Trump’s defense lawyer during his hush money trial,

Trump’s bid to exert control over the Library of Congress is a focal point in a power struggle between the legislative and executive branches.

The Library of Congress has disputed there was a change in leadership, Politico reports, saying it's awaiting guidance from Congress.