The National Rifle Association of America (NRA) today made a significant announcement regarding its leadership.

Wayne LaPierre, the long-serving Executive Vice President, has decided to step down from his role as the chief executive, effective January 31. In his stead, Andrew Arulanandam, a veteran executive at the NRA, will take over as the interim CEO & EVP.

LaPierre, in his statement, expressed his unwavering support for the NRA and its objectives, despite his resignation.

“With pride in all that we have accomplished, I am announcing my resignation from the NRA,” he said. LaPierre, who has been with the NRA for most of his adult life, emphasized his ongoing commitment to the Second Amendment and the organization’s mission.

During a recent NRA Board of Directors meeting in Irving, Texas, NRA President Charles Cotton officially accepted LaPierre’s resignation.

Citing health reasons, LaPierre’s decision comes at a time when the NRA is actively defending itself in a lawsuit initiated by the New York Attorney General (NYAG).

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LaPierre remains an individual defendant in this ongoing legal battle. The lawsuit, filed in August 2020, aimed to dissolve the NRA but faced a setback in March 2022 when a New York court dismissed the NYAG’s claims, citing violations of New York law and the First Amendment.

In light of these events, the NRA has been focusing on internal governance and accountability. The Board of Directors has reportedly taken significant steps to address allegations, including the termination of certain members and vendors accused of misusing the Association’s resources.

Furthermore, LaPierre has made reimbursements for certain transactions, as disclosed in public tax filings.

LaPierre praised the NRA’s resilience and advocacy, especially in New York, and expressed confidence in the organization’s mission and leadership.

“I have enormous confidence in our board of directors, executive leadership team, and my long-time colleague Andrew Arulanandam,” he stated.

Arulanandam, known for his deep understanding of the NRA and its strategies, is poised to lead the organization into its next chapter.

Charles Cotton, speaking on behalf of the NRA Board of Directors, acknowledged LaPierre’s significant contributions to the Second Amendment cause and expressed optimism about the NRA’s future under Arulanandam’s leadership.

“Our future is bright and secure,” Cotton affirmed, signaling a new era of leadership and advocacy for the NRA.

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