Florida A&M President Resigns Amid Donation Controversy

Larry Robinson, the president of Florida A&M University, is resigning following controversy surrounding a multi-million dollar donation from a questionable donor, Gregory Gerami. The donation, initially touted as a $237 million gift during a graduation ceremony, was in the form of shares in Gerami's hemp company and is now under investigation. Robinson, who led the historically Black university for seven years, expressed regret for ignoring warning signs about the donation. Concerns arise over the institution's leadership change amidst state scrutiny of its programs and political influences affecting higher education in Florida.