DOJ Lawyer Fired After Refusing to Recommend Restoring Mel Gibson’s Gun Rights

Elizabeth Oyer alleges her dismissal followed her opposition to reinstating firearm rights for the actor, citing his domestic violence conviction and safety concerns.

Elizabeth Oyer, former DOJ pardon attorney, claims she was fired after refusing to recommend restoring Mel Gibson's gun rights, which he lost due to a 2011 domestic violence conviction.
Oyer stated she was pressured to add Gibson to a list of candidates for gun rights restoration, with officials citing his personal relationship with President Trump as justification.
Gibson had not undergone the same vetting process as other candidates, and Oyer expressed concerns about the risks of granting firearms to individuals with a history of domestic violence.
The Justice Department denies that Oyer's decision regarding Gibson played a role in her termination, though sources indicate her dismissal occurred shortly after her refusal.
Oyer's firing is part of a broader pattern of personnel changes within the DOJ under the Trump administration, raising concerns about politicization and loyalty tests in key roles.