National Rifle Association

Former NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre (second from right) leaves New York State Supreme Court on Wednesday. Top NRA executives for were accused of using millions in donations for private luxuries.

Jury finds NRA, Wayne LaPierre liable in civil corruption case

7:33pm February 23, 2024

Top executives for the gun rights nonprofit were accused of using millions in NRA donations for private luxuries. A jury found former CEO Wayne LaPierre liable for more than $5.4 million in damages.

Wayne LaPierre, CEO of the National Rifle Association, arrives at court in New York, Jan. 8, 2024.

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Lawsuit accusing NRA of lavish misspending now heads to jury

3:39am February 16, 2024

by The Associated Press

The case accused leaders of the National Rifle Association of corruption and misspending and now heads to the jury, which is expected to begin deliberations Friday.

A screen grab from footage of the National Rifle Association's Wayne LaPierre and his wife, Susan. It was originally intended for a TV series sponsored by the gun rights group that never aired. Warning: Video below contains graphic content.

Video Leaks Of NRA's Wayne LaPierre Missing His Mark On Elephant Hunt

4:17pm April 28, 2021

by Bill Chappell

"I'm not sure where you're shooting," a guide tells the longtime head of the National Rifle Association. The footage had reportedly been suppressed for years.

National Rife Association CEO Wayne LaPierre told members of the group's board on Monday that the coronavirus has forced layoffs and other cost-cutting measures.

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NRA Plans Layoffs, 20% Cut In Pay For Employees Due To Coronavirus' Economic Hit

7:20pm March 24, 2020

by Bobby Allyn

The belt-tightening in response to the virus outbreak includes "the elimination of certain positions." The group had already canceled its annual meeting because of the virus outbreak.

The NRA says San Francisco lawmakers went too far in declaring it a terrorist organization. Here, members of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America take part in a rally against gun violence held at San Francisco City Hall in August.

NRA Sues San Francisco After Lawmakers Declare It A Terrorist Organization

1:26pm September 10, 2019

by Bill Chappell

The pro-gun group says the city and county are trying to discriminate against people "based on the viewpoint of their political speech."

The gun used in the Dayton shooting (top) has a barrel that's shorter than the federal minimum for a rifle. Legally classified as a pistol, it was fed by a 100-round "double drum" magazine (lower left). A close-up of the gun's lower receiver (bottom right

The Pistol That Looks Like A Rifle: The Dayton Shooter's Gun

6:53pm August 08, 2019

by Bill Chappell

The gun used in Dayton has the same core component as an AR-15-style rifle. It also has a 100-bullet magazine. But it's legally considered a pistol.

Gun Control Advocates Hope To Move Past Weaker NRA, But Its Political Clout Persists

5:57am August 06, 2019

by Tim Mak

The National Rifle Association has faced an internal leadership crisis but remains politically strong — even as back-to-back mass shootings increase pressure for action on new gun restrictions.

Nation Rifle Association Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre's spending has come under scrutiny after documents were leaked detailing expensive clothing shopping trips.

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As Leaks Show Lavish NRA Spending, Former Staff Detail Poor Conditions At Nonprofit

2:00pm May 15, 2019

by Tim Mak

New documents leaked about NRA top executive Wayne LaPierre's lavish clothing and travel expenses contrast with the culture of fear, poor pay and an underfunded pension described by former staffers.

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have launched a free online gun violence prevention course.

Free Gun Violence Prevention Course Launches To Educate Young Activists

6:28pm May 13, 2019

by Brakkton Booker

Researchers want new activists to lean on decades of public health research when engaging in work with policymakers and candidates seeking elective office.

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National Rifle Association Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre faced criticism from the group's board members as allegations about financial mismanagement surfaced.

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Wayne LaPierre Re-Elected As NRA Leader Amid Internal Turmoil And Outside Probe

7:22pm April 29, 2019

by Tim Mak

The gun rights group faces pressure to address allegations of financial mismanagement. The New York attorney general is investigating and the president said it needs to "get its act together quickly."