Wayne LaPierre Steps Down as NRA Leader
Wayne LaPierre, the executive vice president of the NRA, resigns as leader days before his civil trial, in a significant development for the influential organization
The National Rifle Association of America announced on Friday that Wayne LaPierre, its executive vice president, will step down from his leadership position just days before the start of his civil trial. His resignation will be effective on January 31. Andrew Arulanandam, an NRA executive and head of general operations, will take over as the interim CEO and executive vice president of the organization, as stated on the NRA's website.
Expressing pride in our accomplishments, I am announcing my resignation from the NRA," LaPierre stated in a release by the group. "I have been a committed member of this organization for most of my adult life, and my support for the NRA and its mission to protect Second Amendment rights will never waver. My dedication to our cause remains as strong as ever."
In 2020, New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit to dissolve the NRA, alleging violations of non-profit group laws, misappropriation of millions for personal use, and tax fraud. The case is scheduled for trial on Monday.
James has filed a lawsuit against the current and former NRA leadership, claiming they created a culture of self-dealing mismanagement. This allegedly resulted in the organization losing over $63 million in three years, benefiting themselves, family, friends, and favored vendors, as reported by CNN. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
