The N.R.A. Cuts ‘A’ Ratings for Congressional Candidates, Again

The number of congressional candidates receiving A ratings from the National Rifle Association, indicating unfettered support for gun rights, declined this year for the seventh consecutive election cycle, underscoring the continuing decline in political influence for the organization — even in an election year when the two candidates atop the Democratic ticket are playing up their credentials as gun owners. Of the 920 candidates running for seats in the House or Senate, only 31.5 percent have “A” grades, down from 36 percent in the 2022 elections. About 44 percent have...