NRA’s EVP Wayne LaPierre steps down
OAN’s Brooke Mallory
4:25 PM – Friday, January 5, 2024
Wayne LaPierre Resigns as NRA Executive Vice President and CEO
Wayne LaPierre, the executive vice president of the National Rifle Association (NRA), announced his resignation on Friday, ending his turbulent tenure as the head of the group.
LaPierre, 74, departs as the association gets ready for a trial in New York on Monday regarding claims of financial mismanagement and corruption.
According to the association, LaPierre’s resignation was accepted by NRA President Charles Cotton during the board of directors’ meeting on Friday in Texas.
“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,” LaPierre said in a statement. “My passion for our cause burns as deeply as ever.”
Andrew Arulanandam, an NRA official and Head of General Operations, will take over as the organization’s acting CEO and EVP.
LaPierre became the organization’s head in 1991 after joining it in 1977. The NRA went from being a sportsman’s club to a significant political organization throughout LaPierre’s tenure.
As the organization’s public face, LaPierre was well-known for his vehement remarks following mass shootings. Most notably, following the Sandy Hook shooting in 2012, he advocated for the installation of armed guards at every school. He had attributed violence to “blood-soaked slasher films.”
The National Rifle Association’s lobbying division battles against attempts at state and federal gun restrictions.
“The only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun,” LaPierre declared at the time.
In his 2021 NRA book Misfire, author Tim Mak characterizes the former lobbyist as an “awkward egghead type.” An egghead refers to “a person who is highly academic or studious; an intellectual.”
“Wayne would be spotted far more often with his legal pads than with a pistol,” Mak wrote. “He looks at guns through the lens of politics—as a political junkie, not as a lover of firearms.”
In recent years, there have been many challenges to his leadership. 2019 witnessed a battle between Oliver North supporters and LaPierre loyalists during the organization’s annual convention in Indianapolis due to a power struggle at the top.
The upcoming trial and battle with Ackerman McQueen, the NRA’s former advertising partner, will reportedly replay that controversy.
After news of LaPierre’s resignation surfaced, Everytown president John Feinblatt expressed his own critique of the former VP.
“LaPierre’s legacy will be one of corruption, mismanagement, and the untold destruction gun violence has brought to every American community,” Feinblatt said.
Attorney General of New York Letitia James hailed LaPierre’s resignation as a “significant victory,” claiming that LaPierre embezzled millions of dollars for personal gain.
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Wayne LaPierre Resigns as NRA Executive Vice President and CEO
Wayne LaPierre, the executive vice president of the National Rifle Association (NRA), announced his resignation on Friday, ending his turbulent tenure as the head of the group.
Financial Mismanagement and Corruption Allegations
LaPierre’s resignation comes as the NRA faces legal troubles in New York regarding allegations of financial mismanagement and corruption. The association is set to undergo a trial on Monday to address these claims. In light of these challenges, LaPierre made the decision to step down from his position.
The NRA confirmed that LaPierre’s resignation was accepted by NRA President Charles Cotton during a board of directors’ meeting on Friday in Texas.
“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,” LaPierre said in a statement. “My passion for our cause burns as deeply as ever.”
Transition of Leadership
Andrew Arulanandam, an NRA official and Head of General Operations, will take over as the organization’s acting CEO and EVP following LaPierre’s resignation. Arulanandam will be tasked with leading the NRA through these challenging times and ensuring its continued mission to protect Second Amendment rights.
A Controversial Figure
Throughout his tenure as the executive vice president of the NRA, LaPierre gained notoriety for his passionate and controversial statements. He rose to prominence especially in the aftermath of mass shootings, where he staunchly defended Second Amendment rights and advocated for armed guards in schools.
However, LaPierre’s leadership was not without its challenges. In 2019, the NRA faced internal turmoil during its annual convention in Indianapolis, with supporters of Oliver North and LaPierre clashing. This power struggle at the top of the organization highlighted the divisions within the NRA’s leadership.
Criticism and Accusations
Following the news of LaPierre’s resignation, critics and opponents of the NRA have voiced their opinions. Everytown president John Feinblatt criticized LaPierre, stating that his legacy will be one of corruption and mismanagement. New York Attorney General Letitia James also welcomed the resignation, claiming that LaPierre embezzled millions of dollars for personal gain.
The Future of the NRA
With new leadership at the helm, the NRA faces a critical period as it navigates the upcoming trial and addresses the allegations against it. The outcome of these legal proceedings will undoubtedly shape the future of the organization and its advocacy for gun rights.
We will continue to monitor and report on the developments surrounding the NRA as they unfold. Stay tuned for our upcoming coverage and analysis on this important topic.
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