Texas A&M President Quits Over Gender Ideology Row

Texas A&M President Mark Welsh will resign Friday amid political backlash stemming from his handling of a student complaint about gender identity content during a children’s literature course.

The university made the announcement Thursday.

“President Welsh is a man of honor who has led Texas A&M with selfless dedication,” Chancellor Glenn Hegar said in a statement. “We are grateful for his service and contributions. At the same time, we agree that now is the right moment to make a change and to position Texas A&M for continued excellence in the years ahead.”

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