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legal2 years ago

"Ex-NRA Leader Settles for $100K Amidst Corruption Allegations as NY Lawsuit Shakes Organization"

Former NRA executive Joshua Powell has agreed to pay $100,000 and admitted to misusing charitable funds in a settlement with New York Attorney General Letitia James. This comes just before a multi-million dollar civil corruption trial against the NRA, which has been accused of financial misconduct by senior management. Wayne LaPierre, the NRA's long-serving leader, also stepped down amid these allegations. The NRA had previously attempted to dismiss the lawsuit and filed for bankruptcy, which was rejected by a federal judge.

via New York Post |
##corruption#joshuapowell
legal2 years ago

"Ex-NRA Executive's Guilty Plea and Resignation Shake Up NY AG's Landmark Corruption Trial"

Joshua Powell, former NRA operations director, has pleaded guilty to fraud and agreed to testify in the trial against the organization led by New York Attorney General Letitia James. The trial accuses senior NRA management of misappropriating funds for personal use. Powell admitted to breaching his fiduciary duties and misusing charitable assets, resulting in a $100,000 restitution and a permanent bar from nonprofit officer roles. Wayne LaPierre, NRA's executive vice president, has resigned citing health reasons, amidst these legal challenges.

via ABC News|
##fraud#joshuapowell
politicslegal2 years ago

"Wayne LaPierre's Exit as NRA Chief: Implications and Legacy Amidst Trial"

Wayne LaPierre has resigned as the leader of the National Rifle Association (NRA) just days before a civil trial is set to begin, where he is one of the defendants. LaPierre, who has been a significant figure in advocating for Second Amendment rights, cited health reasons for his departure. The New York Attorney General's lawsuit against the NRA alleges financial misconduct and aims to hold LaPierre and other executives accountable. The trial will proceed against the remaining defendants, with the NRA facing accusations of violating non-profit laws and mismanaging funds.

via CNN|
##civiltrial#gunrights
legalpolitics2 years ago

"Wayne LaPierre's Exit Amid Corruption Case: The NRA's Uncertain Future"

Joshua Powell, a former top NRA executive, has admitted to wrongdoing and agreed to pay $100,000 in a settlement ahead of a civil corruption trial involving the NRA's leadership. The New York Attorney General has accused the NRA's top leaders, including CEO Wayne LaPierre who has resigned, of misusing over $64 million in funds. The trial against the remaining defendants will proceed, while the NRA frames the lawsuit as a politically motivated attack. Powell has criticized the NRA's financial practices and fundraising tactics, while LaPierre has stepped down citing health reasons, maintaining his support for the NRA and Second Amendment rights.

via NPR|
##corruptiontrial#guncontrol
legal2 years ago

"Wayne LaPierre's Exit and the Impending Trial: The NRA's Uncertain Future"

Wayne LaPierre, the long-serving leader of the NRA, has resigned ahead of a civil trial in New York where he and other leaders are accused of misusing NRA funds for personal gain. Despite his resignation, the trial proceeds with allegations that could lead to significant financial repercussions for the defendants and potentially bar them from serving on charity boards in New York. The NRA faces accusations of financial mismanagement and a decline in membership and influence, while the outcome of the trial could have lasting impacts on the organization's future.

via NBC News|
##gunrights#legal
legal2 years ago

"Wayne LaPierre's Exit Signals Uncertain Future for NRA Amidst Trial and Turmoil"

Joshua Powell, former chief of staff to ex-NRA chief executive Wayne LaPierre, has agreed to a $100,000 settlement and admitted to wrongdoing in a lawsuit filed by the New York attorney general's office. The lawsuit alleges that NRA senior management, including LaPierre who recently resigned citing health concerns, misused millions in charitable funds for personal expenses. The civil trial against the NRA is set to begin, with the organization's attempts to dismiss the lawsuit or change the venue having failed.

via The Guardian US|
##corruption#joshuapowell
legal2 years ago

"Ex-NRA Leader Settles Corruption Case as Organization Faces Shaky Future"

Former NRA Executive Director of Operations, Joshua Powell, has settled with the New York Attorney General's office for $100,000, admitting to misuse of the nonprofit's funds ahead of a corruption trial. The settlement comes as part of a larger civil suit initiated by Attorney General Letitia James, who is also seeking to dissolve the NRA for alleged financial abuses by its leaders, including recently resigned CEO Wayne LaPierre. The trial against other NRA leaders is still set to proceed, with the aim of holding the organization accountable for decades of alleged financial misconduct.

via The Independent|
##corruption#legal
politicslaw2 years ago

"Wayne LaPierre Steps Down as NRA Chief Before Graft Trial Commences"

Wayne LaPierre has stepped down as the leader of the National Rifle Association (NRA) ahead of a corruption trial brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James. LaPierre, who has been the NRA's chief executive since 1991, has been accused of using the organization's funds for personal luxuries. His resignation comes as the NRA faces declining membership and revenue, and the trial is set to proceed without delay. The NRA cites health reasons for his departure, and Andrew Arulanandam will serve as interim CEO and executive vice president. Despite the controversies, LaPierre was re-elected last year due to his fundraising and legislative successes. The organization's future influence may hinge on the outcome of the upcoming trial.

via Reuters|
##grafttrial#gunrights
legal2 years ago

"Wayne LaPierre Steps Down as NRA Chief Ahead of Impending Trial"

Wayne LaPierre has announced his resignation as the leader of the National Rifle Association (NRA) amid a corruption trial where he and other officials are accused of misusing millions of dollars of the organization's funds. The trial, set to begin in New York, could result in LaPierre and his associates being banned from leadership roles in nonprofit organizations within the state. The resignation is seen as a significant victory for New York Attorney General Letitia James, who is pursuing the case.

via CBS News|
##corruptiontrial#gunrights
politicslegal2 years ago

"Wayne LaPierre Ends Tenure as NRA Chief Ahead of Corruption Trial"

Wayne LaPierre, the CEO of the National Rifle Association (NRA), has resigned ahead of a corruption trial in New York, citing health concerns. Despite his resignation, New York Attorney General Tish James' case against LaPierre and the NRA will proceed, aiming to hold them accountable for alleged financial misconduct. The NRA has faced legal and financial challenges recently, including a failed bankruptcy filing and declining membership. LaPierre's departure is seen by some as indicative of the NRA's waning influence.

via POLITICO|
##corruptioncharges#gunrights
politicslegal2 years ago

"Wayne LaPierre Resigns as NRA Chief Ahead of Civil Trial, Leaving Legacy in Question"

Wayne LaPierre, the long-serving leader of the National Rifle Association (NRA), has announced his resignation amid a civil trial over allegations of corruption and mismanagement within the organization. LaPierre, who has been with the NRA for over three decades and has been a staunch defender of gun rights, is accused along with other former officials of misappropriating funds for personal luxuries. Despite his resignation, the New York Attorney General Letitia James has stated that the legal case against LaPierre and the NRA will continue, seeking to prevent them from holding leadership positions in any New York-based nonprofit. The trial is set to begin shortly, and LaPierre's departure marks a significant shift for the NRA, which has faced financial difficulties and internal strife in recent years.

via NPR|
##gunrights#legalbattle
politicslegal2 years ago

"Wayne LaPierre Steps Down as NRA Chief Amid Impending Trial"

Wayne LaPierre, the chief of the National Rifle Association (NRA), is resigning amid a civil trial initiated by the New York attorney general for alleged corruption within the organization. LaPierre, who has led the NRA for decades, cited health reasons for his departure, effective January 31. The trial seeks his removal and financial penalties for the alleged misconduct.

via The Wall Street Journal|
##corruptiontrial#gunrights
legalpolitics2 years ago

"NRA's Wayne LaPierre Steps Down as Civil Trial Looms"

Wayne LaPierre has stepped down as the leader of the National Rifle Association (NRA) just days before his civil trial is set to begin in New York. LaPierre, who has been with the NRA for over 30 years, is facing a lawsuit from the New York Attorney General alleging misuse of NRA funds for personal gain. The trial will determine if LaPierre and other defendants violated nonprofit laws, with potential outcomes including monetary damages and a permanent bar from serving on charity boards in New York.

via NBC News|
##civiltrial#gunrights
legalpolitical-news2 years ago

"NRA's Wayne LaPierre Steps Down as Civil Trial Looms"

Wayne LaPierre has resigned as the chief of the National Rifle Association (NRA) on the eve of a corruption trial in Manhattan. LaPierre, who has been with the NRA for over three decades, cited health reasons for his resignation, effective January 31. The trial, which involves New York Attorney General Letitia James, is set to proceed with jury selection already underway. LaPierre's resignation is not part of any deal with the attorney general's office, and Andrew Arulanandam will serve as the interim chief executive. The NRA has faced significant challenges in recent years, including a decline in membership and revenue, as well as increasing legal costs.

via The New York Times|
##corruptiontrial#legalpolitical-news
politics-legal2 years ago

"Wayne LaPierre Steps Down as NRA Chief Ahead of Impending Trial"

Wayne LaPierre has announced his resignation as the chief of the National Rifle Association (NRA), citing health reasons, with his departure effective January 31. LaPierre, who has been with the NRA since 1977 and served as CEO and executive vice president since 1991, will be succeeded by Andrew Arulanandam as interim CEO and executive vice president. The resignation comes ahead of LaPierre's trial in a corruption case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who has accused NRA leadership of financial misconduct. Despite the legal challenges, LaPierre expressed confidence in the NRA's future and its continued advocacy for Second Amendment freedoms.

via Fox News|
##letitiajames#nra