Wayne LaPierre, who led the National Rifle Association for over three decades, was found liable for misspending $5.4 million of the organization's money in a civil court jury's verdict. The trial brought by Letitia James, the attorney general of New York, highlighted the extent to which he had enriched himself at the expense of the organization's members, underscoring that the N.R.A. had become as much about money as about guns during his tenure.
A New York jury found the NRA and three officials guilty of misusing charitable assets, with Wayne LaPierre ordered to repay $4.35 million and barred from returning to his position. The NRA faces potential charitable downgrades, while the defendants may appeal and struggle to afford repayments. Another trial will determine non-monetary punishments and the appointment of independent monitors to assess the organization's spending and governance.
A New York jury has found the National Rifle Association (NRA) and its former leader, Wayne LaPierre, liable for corruption, ordering them to repay $6.35m. LaPierre, accused of lavish spending on himself, must pay back $4.35m, while former finance chief Wilson "Woody" Phillips was ordered to repay $2m. The NRA, which does not have to pay financial penalties, stated it was victimized by former vendors and insiders. New York Attorney General Letitia James, who sought to dissolve the NRA, hailed the verdict as holding them accountable for corruption and self-dealing. The judge will now decide whether independent monitors will oversee the NRA's charitable assets and administration.
A jury found the National Rifle Association (NRA) liable for mismanaging charitable funds and determined that longtime leader Wayne LaPierre should repay $4.3 million for misspending. The New York Attorney General's Office filed a lawsuit in 2020 alleging violations of non-profit laws, tax fraud, and personal use of millions. The jury also found the NRA's former CFO should repay $2 million. The verdict marks a major blow to the NRA, which has faced infighting and declining membership. Despite the ruling, the NRA maintains it was victimized by former vendors and insiders.
A jury found former NRA chief Wayne LaPierre liable for mismanaging the organization and recommended he repay $4.35 million, while former treasurer Wilson Phillips should repay $2 million. The New York Attorney General accused the NRA of allowing executives to misuse funds for personal luxuries, and the jury found that LaPierre caused $5.4 million in damage to the organization. The NRA, which has seen a decline in revenue and membership, stated that the verdict confirmed it had been "victimized by certain former vendors and 'insiders'."
A jury found former NRA chief Wayne LaPierre liable for mismanaging the organization and recommended he repay $4.35 million, while former treasurer Wilson Phillips should repay $2 million. The civil corruption case, brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, accused top executives of diverting millions for personal luxuries. LaPierre, who resigned in January after 32 years, admitted to not disclosing vacations with a Hollywood producer while the NRA paid higher fees to a company the producer owned. The NRA, struggling with declining revenue and membership, plans to appeal the verdict.
A Manhattan jury found the National Rifle Association's former leader, Wayne LaPierre, liable for using the organization's funds for personal expenses, including vacations and luxury flights. The jury also ruled that two other top executives failed in their fiduciary duties. The case, brought by New York's attorney general, Letitia James, marks a significant blow to the influential gun rights group, which had already been facing internal strife and setbacks.
After five days of deliberation, a jury found NRA leader Wayne LaPierre diverted millions of dollars for personal use, while the NRA failed to manage its finances properly. The jury ruled in favor of New York Attorney General Letitia James, determining that LaPierre and other executives violated state laws and internal policies. The jury also found that the NRA failed to run its nonprofit properly and caused monetary harm. The case involved complex questions and issues, including violations of nonprofit statutes and whistleblower policies. The judge will decide on remedies, including potential bans and oversight.
A New York jury found Wayne LaPierre, the head of the National Rifle Association, and the organization's retired finance chief, liable for misspending millions of dollars on lavish personal expenses, ordering them to repay almost $6.4 million to the NRA. The jury also found the NRA violated state laws and ordered the men to be banned from serving in leadership positions at charitable organizations in New York. The trial, initiated by New York Attorney General Letitia James, shed light on the NRA's financial troubles and internal misconduct, with LaPierre accused of using the organization as his personal piggy bank for extravagant trips and luxury perks. Despite recent woes, the NRA remains a political force, with Republican presidential hopefuls and former President Donald Trump maintaining ties to the association.
A jury in New York found the National Rifle Association liable for financial mismanagement and determined that former CEO Wayne LaPierre corruptly ran the organization, ordering him and a senior executive to pay a combined $6.35 million in damages. The lawsuit alleged misappropriation of funds for personal benefits, including private jets and luxury goods. The jury also found that the NRA failed to properly administer charitable funds and violated state whistleblower protections. The next phase will involve a bench trial to rule on final remedies, and a former operations director settled civil claims of fraud and abuse prior to the trial.
A Manhattan jury has found the NRA and its longtime head Wayne LaPierre liable in a civil case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, alleging misuse of financial resources and failure to properly administer the organization. LaPierre will have to repay $4.4 million to the NRA, while Phillips was ordered to repay $2 million. The jury also found that the NRA failed to adopt a whistleblower policy that complied with state law and failed to act on whistleblower complaints and filed state-required reports with false and misleading information. LaPierre resigned last month after more than three decades at the organization's helm, and the judge will decide whether the individual defendants will be barred from returning to leadership positions at the NRA and from working for nonprofits in the state.
A civil corruption trial in New York City found the National Rifle Association and its former CEO, Wayne LaPierre, liable for diverting millions of dollars for personal use, with the jury ruling in favor of New York Attorney General Letitia James. The NRA failed to properly manage its finances, and LaPierre, along with other executives, violated their duties. The jury recommended monetary damages, and the judge will have the final say on remedies, including potential bans on serving on charity boards and oversight of the NRA's finances. Despite the verdict, none of the defendants have been criminally charged, and the NRA's influence and membership have declined in recent years.
The civil trial against the NRA and its top officials, including former CEO Wayne LaPierre, is now in deliberations as the New York attorney general's office accuses them of mass corruption and misuse of charitable funds. The attorney general is seeking damages to be paid back to the organization, alleging that the defendants engaged in personal spending on private planes, luxury items, and deals benefiting insiders. The defense argues that the expenses were in the interest of the NRA, while also claiming that the attorney general's pursuit is politically motivated.
Jurors have begun deliberating in the civil corruption trial against the NRA and its former CEO, Wayne LaPierre, in New York. The trial centers around allegations that LaPierre misused millions of dollars from the organization for personal luxuries, with other executives accused of enabling his behavior. The jury will decide on nine claims, including violations of state nonprofit, estate, and trust statutes. If found liable, the defendants may have to repay the NRA. The lawsuit was brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who initially sought to dissolve the NRA.
The civil trial accusing the NRA and its ex-CEO, Wayne LaPierre, of lavish misspending, including private flights and luxury perks, has concluded, with the case now heading to the jury. The New York Attorney General's Office argued that the NRA and its executives attempted to deny and deflect the accusations, while the defense claimed the case was politically motivated. The trial shed light on the NRA's leadership, culture, and finances, with the jury expected to begin deliberations after receiving instructions from the judge.
