Former UF President Sasse's Spending Under Investigation

State officials and university leaders scrutinize $17.3 million expenditure during Sasse's 17-month tenure.

• Ben Sasse defended his spending, citing necessary reforms and initiatives for the university.
• The expenditures included high-paying jobs for former Senate staffers and consulting contracts.
• Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and CFO Jimmy Patronis have called for an audit of the spending.
• Travel expenses for Sasse's office rose significantly due to remote work arrangements for new hires.
• Sasse resigned in July, citing his wife's health issues, after a controversial tenure.

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