Southern California libraries object Trump’s defunding of grants that support free, inclusive services

El Monte resident Jen Venegas is an avid fan of the local library. Venegas, who uses they/them pronouns, has been going to the Duarte Library several times a week for the last year and a half, looking for a comfortable space to accommodate their nephew J.D., who has ADHD.
“Having this designated time in a low stimulation environment helps him move through his homework easier, and it’s a bonding experience for us,” Venegas, 42, said. “I’m also neurodivergent, so the