Wayne LaPierre Resigns As NRA Chief Amidst Legal Battles, Leaving A Legacy Of Second Amendment Victories

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Wayne LaPierre Resigns As NRA Chief Amidst Legal Battles, Leaving A Legacy Of Second Amendment Victories

Wayne LaPierre, the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice President of the National Rifle Association (NRA), announced his resignation from the organization on Friday, effective January 31.

LaPierre, who has been with the NRA since 1977 and served as its Executive Vice President since 1991, cited health reasons for his departure.

In a press release obtained exclusively by Fox News Digital, LaPierre stated, "With pride in all that we have accomplished, I am announcing my resignation from the NRA. I’ve been a card-carrying member of this organization for most of my adult life, and I will never stop supporting the NRA and its fight to defend Second Amendment freedom. My passion for our cause burns as deeply as ever."

NRA President Charles Cotton, during a board meeting in Irving, Texas, accepted LaPierre’s resignation. Andrew Arulanandam, the NRA’s executive and head of general operations, will serve as interim CEO and executive vice president of the NRA following LaPierre's departure.

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The NRA, founded in 1871 by Union Civil War officers Col. William C. Church and Gen. George Wingate, was initially established to promote civil marksmanship training. The organization's first president was Union General Ambrose Burnside. The NRA has since evolved, focusing on the preservation of Americans' Second Amendment rights in recent years.

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During LaPierre's tenure, the NRA has seen significant victories in the realm of Second Amendment rights, including the expansion of "shall-issue" concealed carry laws, Constitutional carry laws, and the landmark "" decision, which established the right to bear arms for personal defense outside the home. As a result, 27 states are now Constitutional carry states.

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However, LaPierre and the NRA have also faced legal challenges. New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a civil lawsuit against the NRA and LaPierre, accusing them of fraud, financial misconduct, and misuse of charitable funds. The lawsuit, which is set to begin on Monday (January 8th), alleges that LaPierre and other NRA executives, including Wilson Phillips, John Frazer, and Joshua Powell, used millions from NRA reserves for personal use, including trips to the Bahamas, private jets, and expensive meals.

Despite these legal challenges, LaPierre's commitment to the NRA and its cause remains unwavering. His resignation marks the end of an era for the NRA, but the organization's fight for Second Amendment rights continues.

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