Keith Sonderling

Keith Sonderling is a prominent American attorney and public servant, known for his previous role as the Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor and as a Commissioner at the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Recently appointed as the head of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), Sonderling aims to revitalize the agency, emphasizing a focus on patriotism in its initiatives. His appointment comes amidst uncertainty regarding the future of the IMLS, which has faced threats of closure under previous and current administrations due to efforts to reduce federal bureaucracy.