Texas A&M University President Mark Welsh will step down from his role, effective at 5 p.m. Friday, the university announced in a statement Thursday.

Welsh was named interim president in July 2023 and officially took over the role on Dec. 12, 2023, following the resignation of M. Katherine Banks.

Resignation follows political controversy

Welsh's resignation comes amid political backlash over his handling of a student complaint about gender identity content in a classroom. A viral video and criticism from state leaders, including Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, intensified scrutiny already building from earlier tensions with Gov. Greg Abbott over diversity programming.

BREAKING: @tamusystem Chancellor @Glenn_Hegar & Bd. of Regents announce @TAMU President Mark Welsh will step down effective

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