There is 'controversy' surrounding the team's decision to trade the star pitcher.
The decision aroused/created much 'controversy' among the students.
The 'controversy' is over whether he should be fired or not.
(..) with economic hardship. First and foremost, this commission worked for the good of the country. Of course, we anticipate some controversy... over our recommendations. But we remind everybody... Senators, Congressmen, - Governors alike... - Uh, excuse me, Mr. Burnham. (..)1997 G.I. Jane