Judge Bans LaPierre from NRA for Decade

New York Judge Joel Cohen banned former National Rifle Association (NRA) leader Wayne LaPierre from holding a paid position within the organization for the next ten years but declined to appoint an independent monitor to oversee the NRA's finances. This decision follows a civil trial initiated by New York Attorney General Letitia James, which previously found LaPierre and other executives liable for misusing millions of dollars on personal expenses. Judge Cohen rejected the state's request for oversight, deeming it 'time-consuming, disruptive, and costly' without providing sufficient benefits. He expressed concerns about potential governmental overreach into the organization's affairs. Despite LaPierre's resignation earlier this year, the NRA has faced significant internal challenges, including financial instability and membership decline.