"Joseph Ladapo's Turbulent Journey at the University of Florida"
Professors at the University of Florida have expressed concerns about Joseph Ladapo, the state's surgeon general and a tenured professor at the university, questioning his suitability for the position and the process by which he was fast-tracked into a tenured professorship. Ladapo, known for his contentious stances on Covid mandates and vaccines, has faced criticism for his lack of research and grant funding, conflicts with colleagues, and limited time spent at the university. Faculty members and lawmakers have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the erosion of academic transparency.