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Supreme Court Dismisses NRA's Lawsuit Against Maria Vullo

2/23/2026

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The U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed the National Rifle Association's (NRA) lawsuit against former New York official Maria Vullo, choosing not to revive the case.
The court's order did not include reasons or dissenting opinions for its decision.
The NRA claimed Vullo violated its First Amendment rights by pressuring financial institutions to cut ties after the 2018 Parkland shooting.
An appeals court previously granted Vullo qualified immunity, citing unclear laws at the time of her actions.
Vullo continues to assert her innocence regarding the allegations.

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The U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed the National Rifle Association's (NRA) lawsuit against former New York official Maria Vullo, choosing not to revive the case.
The court's order did not include reasons or dissenting opinions for its decision.
The NRA claimed Vullo violated its First Amendment rights by pressuring financial institutions to cut ties after the 2018 Parkland shooting.
An appeals court previously granted Vullo qualified immunity, citing unclear laws at the time of her actions.
Vullo continues to assert her innocence regarding the allegations.