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Library Board of Control leadership fight

St. Tammany Parish

Summary

A 9-4 vote kept Chuck Branton as library board chair over Col. Jason Trew after an hour of dueling public comment over book policies, censorship claims, board governance and temperament.

At a glance

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Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 4, 2026.

Impact analysis

✅Who benefits

Residents satisfied with the board's current book-placement policies and stability.

⚠️Who could be affected

Residents and petitioners who wanted new leadership and looser access policies see a five-year continuation of the status quo.

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