Overview

• Reports indicate the U.S. Department of Justice is considering restoring Mel Gibson's firearm rights, despite his 2011 domestic violence conviction that legally prohibits firearm ownership.
• Gibson is reportedly one of nine individuals under review for restored firearm rights, though no official confirmation has been issued by the Justice Department.
• Allegations suggest Gibson’s personal relationship with President Donald Trump may have influenced the decision, raising concerns about political favoritism.
• A Justice Department pardon attorney who opposed the decision was reportedly dismissed after refusing to approve the restoration due to insufficient background checks and Gibson’s domestic violence history.
• Both Gibson and the Justice Department have declined to comment on the matter, leaving unanswered questions about the legality and motivations behind the reported decision.