NYT Summary – Justice Dept. Official Says She Was Fired After Opposing Restoring Mel Gibson’s Gun Rights
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- Elizabeth G. Oyer was dismissed as the Justice Department’s pardon attorney after refusing to recommend restoring Mel Gibson’s gun rights, which were lost due to a 2011 domestic violence misdemeanor conviction.
- Oyer was part of a working group tasked with restoring gun rights to individuals with criminal convictions, and was pressured to include Gibson despite concerns about public safety and the lack of detailed investigation into his case.
- Oyer’s refusal was met with pressure from Justice Department officials, leading to her dismissal, as she feared compromising her ethics or losing her ability to participate in future discussions.
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Elizabeth G. Oyer was dismissed from her role as the Justice Department’s pardon attorney following her refusal to recommend the restoration of Mel Gibson’s gun rights, lost due to a 2011 domestic violence misdemeanor. Her decision was based on concerns about public safety and the lack of thorough investigation into Gibson’s case. Despite pressures from Justice Department officials, who cited Gibson’s personal relationship with President Trump, Oyer remained steadfast in her refusal, ultimately leading to her dismissal. Her case highlights tensions within the department regarding the restoration of gun rights to individuals with criminal backgrounds.
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