Elizabeth Oyer, the recently fired U.S. pardon attorney, testified before Congress that her office was never consulted on former President Trump's January 6-related pardons.
Oyer claims she was terminated for refusing to comply with a politically motivated directive to restore actor Mel Gibson’s gun rights. She accused the Justice Department of 'ongoing corruption' and abuse of power, raising concerns about political interference in the pardon process. The DOJ has attempted to block her testimony by invoking executive privilege, signaling a broader effort to silence internal dissent.
Her revelations could prompt further scrutiny of the DOJ’s actions during and after the Trump administration.
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This is exactly why we need serious reform around the presidential pardon process—it’s way too vulnerable to corruption and political favors. The fact that someone was fired for not playing along with restoring Mel Gibson’s gun rights is wild. Props to Oyer for speaking out—whistleblowers like her are essential for holding power accountable.
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Justice Dept. Raises Executive Privilege to Try to Muzzle Fired Pardon Attorney
A fight over the testimony of Elizabeth G. Oyer could have a ripple effect on whether other fired Justice Department lawyers speak publicly about their experiences.
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