Texas A&M president resigns over viral video on gender-identity lesson

Controversy and Resignation - Texas A&M University President Mark Welsh resigned following controversy over a video showing a student confronting a professor about gender identity in a children's literature lesson [1][2] - The video went viral after being shared by a Texas GOP representative [3] - Welsh initially ordered the firing of the professor and two administrators [4] - The professor's attorney claims the firing violated her constitutional rights [4] - Some students expressed disappointment at Welsh's resignation, noting his connection with the school [5] University Response and Future Plans - The board of regents will appoint an interim president and begin a nationwide search for a new president [7] - The chancellor stated these next steps will be taken in the coming days [7] Political and Ideological Dimensions - The controversy involves accusations of "liberal indoctrination" and the use of tax money for such purposes [5] - A GOP representative hailed Welsh's resignation as a victory and warned other universities [4] - The professor's lesson involved a novel featuring a 12-year-old navigating coming out as non-binary [2]