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Trump says NRA ‘under siege’ as New York AG launches probe into the gun rights group
US President Donald Trump has tweeted his support for the National Rifle Association (NRA), branding the ongoing probe into it a “siege” and urging the embattled non-profit to end infighting and get back to “greatness.”
Apr 29, 2019 15:07
USA News
New York AG launches investigation into NRA finances as it is beset by internal strife
The New York State attorney general has opened a probe into the National Rifle Association's (NRA) finances, which could see it lose its non-profit status. It comes as the group’s president leaves amid accusations of blackmail.
Apr 28, 2019 04:36
USA News
'Blatant pandering' to gun lobby: Dem chair announces hearing over Trump's UN Arms Trade Treaty exit
The Democratic chair of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs has blasted President Donald Trump's decision to pull the US out of the UN treaty regulating the flow of arms, arguing that it would endanger people around the world.
Apr 26, 2019 23:46
USA News
No way, NRA: Los Angeles will require contractors to disclose ties to National Rifle Association
Los Angeles has passed a law requiring contractors to disclose any ties to the National Rifle Association. The law is one of several liberal ordinances passed by the city, and the NRA has already threatened a lawsuit.
Feb 15, 2019 03:51
USA News
DOJ faces lawsuits & NRA wrath as it outlaws bump stocks used in Las Vegas massacre
The US Department of Justice has banned bump stocks – firearm modifications that simulate automatic fire – to the ire of pro-gun advocates. Guns fitted with bump stocks are now legally considered machineguns.
Dec 19, 2018 04:32
USA News
‘Thoughts & prayers’: Twitter laughs as NRA bleeds out financially
The National Rifle Association has become the butt of the joke after it was revealed the powerful gun rights advocacy group is struggling financially, revoking free coffee for staff.
Nov 16, 2018 14:57
USA News