- Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has requested the immediate resignation of regents at Western New Mexico University due to concerns over recent spending practices.
- She stressed the need for new leadership to help the university regain its ability to prioritize and serve its students.
- The call for resignations follows Joseph Shepard's resignation as president, linked to investigations of financial misconduct.
- Concerns arose regarding Shepard’s spending on lavish items and a controversial severance package totaling $1.9 million.
- Current inquiries regarding the board’s financial management are being conducted by the State Ethics Commission and the Attorney General.
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