The resignation comes a day after President Obama led the nation in commemorating the life and career of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. by celebrating the federal holiday established to honor his memory as a day of service. The resignation also comes on the heels of the center's announcement Jan. 9 of a major overhaul, one that included keeping Martin Luther King III as president but replacing him as chief executive with his sister, Bernice.
Their brother Dexter continues as chairman of the center’s board.
Martin Luther King III could not be reached for comment and messages left with the center were not returned.
