3 Terrified Texas Librarians Investigated By Deputy For 2 Years

In Granbury, Texas, school librarians are under fire, facing potential charges for doing what they’re supposed to do: provide diverse and inclusive books to students.

DEPUTY TIED TO EXTREMIST GROUP

Here’s where things get concerning. The officer leading the charge against these librarians has ties to the Oath Keepers, a far-right militia group notorious for its antigovernmental stance and extremist views.

The Oath Keepers have a history of promoting conspiracy theories and engaging in activities that many would consider far outside the mainstream. Their influence on what kids should read in school is a troubling overreach.

CASE DRAGGED ON FOR 2 YEARS

Scott London, the chief deputy constable leading the case dragged the case on for two years. Body cam footage shows London approaching multiple librarians and attempting to engage in questioning, however, they all declined to comment.

London continued his efforts by obtaining subpoenas, filing public records requests, receiving names of students who’d checked out certain books, and, after a year, writing draft criminal complaints.

London pushed for third-degree felony charges against three school librarians for distributing harmful material to a minor, which could have carried a penalty of two to 10 years in prison and fines up to $10,000.

LIBRARIANS TERRIFIED FOR YEARS

The librarians feared for their freedom “These women, who are amazing educators and librarians, have been terrified for over two years" Paul Hyde, a Granbury attorney revealed. These professionals are trained to select books that reflect a wide range of perspectives and experiences, aiming to provide a comprehensive and inclusive education.

PUTTING AN END TO THE CASE

The case finally ended after Hood County District Attorney Ryan Sinclair turned down London’s request to indict the librarians, citing a lack of conclusive evidence to charge them with felonies.