The two officials—Paul Perkins, an associate deputy attorney general, and Brian Nieves, a deputy chief of staff and senior policy counsel—were seeking access to the U.S. Copyright Office but were denied entry at around 9 a.m., sources who spoke on the condition of anonymity told The New York Times.

Despite Trump’s appointment of Blanche as acting librarian of Congress, library staff have reportedly been recognizing Robert Newlen as their interim replacement instead, according to The Times’ sources. Newlen was principal deputy librarian and Hayden’s second-in-command.

Staff seem to be waiting for direction from Congress, with Newlen additionally sending an email to employees saying he did not recognize Blanche’s appointment as valid, according to Politico.

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    It wasn’t valid so it’s good they didn’t participate in this dog and pony show. Good job LoC

    How many departments need to learn that playing ball doesn’t accomplish anything? First trumpet admin was different. If you kept your head down they largely left you alone. That’s not how it works now. They are seeking you out, they are here to destroy you.

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      This administration is acting like they are not afraid of any consequences at any level. That’s not good. That means they don’t plan on giving up power and using that power to crush opposition by any means necessary.