DOJ official says she was fired after opposing the restoration of Mel Gibson's gun rights
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Firing Linked to Opposition on Gun Rights RestorationThe pardon attorney was dismissed on March 7 after refusing to reinstate Mel Gibson’s firearm privileges amid DOJ pressure.
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- Elizabeth G. Oyer was terminated last Friday after refusing to recommend restoring Mel Gibson’s gun rights.
- Oyer described a fearful environment at the Justice Department where dissent leads to punishment.
- A DOJ working group led efforts to create a semi-automated process for restoring gun rights to certain convicted individuals.
- After rejecting Gibson’s inclusion, Oyer was pressured to add his name and subsequently dismissed from her position.
Unfortunately, experienced professionals throughout the Department are afraid to voice their opinions because dissent is being punished.— Elizabeth G. Oyer, former U.S. Pardon Attorney, describing the climate within the Justice Department.
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