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Oliver North and Fawn Hall, key figures in the Iran-Contra scandal of the 1980s, married in Virginia last month, marking a significant new chapter in their long-standing relationship.
Oliver North, a key figure in the Iran-Contra scandal, married his former secretary Fawn Hall in Virginia, nearly 40 years after the scandal that involved arms sales to Iran and funding Contras in Nicaragua. North, a retired Marine and political commentator, and Hall, who was involved in shredding documents related to the scandal, have kept low profiles since the events. The marriage was first reported by journalist Michael Isikoff.
Former NRA President Oliver North testified at a civil corruption trial in New York, alleging that he was ousted after raising concerns about corruption within the organization, including financial improprieties and illegal self-dealing. North claimed that he attempted to address the issues by recommending an independent review, but faced resistance from NRA Executive Vice President and CEO Wayne LaPierre. He also stated that he was stunned by LaPierre's personal expenses and considered himself a whistleblower in the situation.
Oliver North testified that he was forced out of the NRA after raising allegations of financial irregularities and seeking an independent review of expenses, including a large sum spent on lawyers by CEO Wayne LaPierre. North's testimony is part of a civil corruption trial brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who seeks financial penalties and to bar LaPierre from holding future positions within the organization. The trial also involves allegations of extravagant spending on private jet flights, yacht trips, and African safaris at the expense of the gun rights group.
Former NRA president Oliver North testified in court, confirming the financial scandals alleged by the New York Attorney General against the organization, including improper spending on personal perks by NRA head Wayne LaPierre and his top leaders. North expressed shock at the amount of money being spent and revealed his own legal fees after trying to sound the alarm on LaPierre. He also claimed that LaPierre figured out a scheme for him to be paid while working at the NRA, ultimately leading to his ousting as president in April 2019.