WASHINGTON—Following news reports regarding links between Russian official Alexander Torshin and the NRA, Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, requested financial information from the Treasury Department and the National Rifle Association, in letters sent today.
Letter to Treasury Department – Requesting documents, particularly from Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, related to Mr. Torshin, NRA and other Russian officials.
Letter to the NRA – requesting information about contributions or transactions involving Russian officials and business interests, including agents, representatives or intermediaries.