Christopher J. Ward is a former treasurer of the NRCC, accused of embezzling approximately a million dollars since his appointment in 2003, according to a statement from the National Republican Congressional Committee. "NRCC" redirects here For the organization of Canadian collectives see Neighbouring Rights Collective of Canada. [1][2] Ward had also served as treasurer for 83 Republican committees. [3] The extent of the losses is not yet known. [4]