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Top Recipients of Contributions from Gun Rights Organizations
The five biggest gun rights organizations have contributed almost $488,000 to federal candidates since the start of 2019. All of the leading recipients are Republicans.
Sen. Steve Daines (R-Mont.)
$18,450
Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.)
$15,050
Sen. Shelley Capito (R-W.Va.)
$14,950
Sen. David Perdue (R-Ga.)
$14,450
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.)
$10,950
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 11/5/2019
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