"Trial Looms for NRA's LaPierre Amidst Corruption Probe and Leadership Crisis"

Wayne LaPierre, the embattled leader of the National Rifle Association (NRA), is facing a trial in New York that could end his tenure amid allegations of corruption and mismanagement. New York Attorney General Letitia James is seeking to remove LaPierre and impose financial penalties due to reported misuse of NRA funds for personal expenses. The NRA's influence has waned, with declining membership and revenue, and the trial will bring to light years of controversial spending by LaPierre and other executives. The organization has faced internal strife and legal challenges, including a failed bankruptcy filing, as it contends with regulatory scrutiny and the potential for significant leadership changes.