"Tennessee Governor Signs Bill Vacating TSU Board Despite Democratic Objections"

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed a bill to vacate the entire Tennessee State University Board of Trustees following new audits alleging severe mismanagement. House Republicans joined the Senate's version of the bill, despite Democrats' concerns about the impact on the university's administration and students. The university responded to the audits, emphasizing that there was no evidence of fraud or malfeasance, and highlighted chronic underfunding. Gov. Lee also announced new appointees for the board shortly after signing the bill.