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The Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against the NRA in NRA v. Vullo, finding that former NY DFS Superintendent Maria Vullo is protected by qualified immunity. The court determined that while the NRA plausibly alleged a First Amendment claim regarding pressure on insurance companies, the law was not clearly established at the time of the conduct to overcome Vullo's qualified immunity defense. This decision means the lawsuit against Vullo cannot proceed, though the NRA may seek further review.

The Supreme Court unanimously ruled 9-0 in favor of the NRA in NRA v. Vullo, affirming that government officials cannot use their authority to coerce regulated entities into disassociating from advocacy groups. This landmark decision protects First Amendment rights against indirect suppression of speech by government actors. The case originated from actions taken by former New York DFS Superintendent Maria Vullo against the NRA's 'Carry Guard' insurance program.