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Top Recipients of Contributions from Gun Rights Organizations
The five biggest gun rights organizations have contributed over $375,000 to federal candidates since the start of 2019. All of the leading recipients are Republicans.
Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY)
$15,050
Sen. David Perdue (R-GA)
$14,450
Rep. Steve Scalise (R-LA)
$10,000
Sen. Shelley Capito (R-WV)
$9,950
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC)
$9,950
Contributions received from the National Rifle Association, National Shooting Sports Foundation, Safari Club International, Gun Owners of America, National Association for Gun Rights, and NRA - Institute for Legislative Action.
Updated 8/8/2019
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