Governance News

Whitmer Contemplates Removing MSU Board Chair Amid Leadership Turmoil

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has expressed concern over allegations of misconduct by the chair of the Michigan State University (MSU) Board of Trustees, Rema Vassar. Trustee Brianna Scott penned a letter calling for Vassar's resignation, accusing her of bullying, interfering in university investigations, and misusing university funds. While the state constitution mandates board members at MSU be elected, state law allows the governor to remove an elected board member for misconduct. Whitmer stated that she takes the allegations seriously and is prepared to consider any potential request for Vassar's removal. She also criticized the current system of electing board members at MSU and called for a change.