Houston Daily

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered investigations into the finances of Texas Southern University (TSU) after concerns were raised by the Texas State Auditor. The auditor reported deficiencies in oversight, contracting, processes, and reporting at TSU, involving hundreds of millions in state funds.

Governor Abbott stated, "The Texas State Auditor uncovered significant financial and operational issues with Texas Southern University's accounting procedures, alleging the potential misappropriation of hundreds of millions of dollars. Today, I directed the Texas Rangers to launch an investigation and called on the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts to assist them in their efforts to fully analyze their finances. Waste, fraud, and abuse will not be tolerated. TSU's Board of Regents and all university officials must fully cooperate with these investigations to ensure taxpayer dollars are not squandered.”

The investigations will involve both the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Comptroller’s office as they review TSU’s financial practices following the auditor’s findings.