"NRA Chief Wayne LaPierre Testifies on Lavish Spending and Reforms at Graft Trial"

Wayne LaPierre, former CEO of the NRA, defended the organization at a corruption trial, claiming that the New York Attorney General should have praised the group for implementing reforms. The trial alleges that NRA officials misused funds for personal luxuries and failed to obtain board approval for conflicts of interest. LaPierre admitted to authorizing questionable expenses, such as helicopter transportation and increased fees for a contract with a Hollywood producer, but denied any wrongdoing. The trial could last into mid-February, and LaPierre's resignation is effective Jan. 31.