The NRA and Ackerman are engaged in a sprawling legal battle with multiple lawsuits and countersuits that encompass accusations of reckless spending and leaks to the media. He also received $57,168 in “taxable personal expenses.” The recent court filing does not state whether Powell is being paid while on leave or give the reason. ADPowell was accused of sexual harassment by an Ackerman employee, according to a statement Ackerman provided recently to The Washington Post. The Ackerman statement said the firm told LaPierre in 2018 that it would not deal with Powell anymore. Instead, Mr. Powell remained in a senior position of decision-making and leadership at the organization, receiving the full support of Mr. LaPierre.”

Source: Washington Post January 31, 2020 22:18 UTC