LANSING, Mich. -- Michigan State University's interim president told state lawmakers Thursday that he wants to reach a financial settlement with the women who were sexually abused by sports doctor Larry Nassar by May, but said the passage of sweeping child abuse legislation is interfering with the process and could lead to higher tuition.
John Engler's comments were criticized by legislators and the state's lieutenant governor and refuted by lawyers representing more than 250 girls and women who have sued Michigan State -- where Nassar worked while he molested young athletes under the guise of treatment -- current and former university officials, USA Gymnastics and others.