Pardon Attorney Fights Political Pressure | US News

A former Justice Department pardon attorney is suing over her firing after refusing to restore Mel Gibson’s gun rights — a move she says was politically motivated and violated her constitutional rights. Gibson, barred from firearms since a 2011 misdemeanor battery conviction, was reportedly pressured by senior officials to be reinstated due to his ties to Trump. Oyer, who raised safety and procedural concerns, was terminated the day after declining the recommendation — with no clear justification. Now she seeks reinstatement and back pay, arguing she was punished for ethical conduct. The case is still unfolding, with her appeal to the Merit Systems Protection Board recently dismissed. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a439d33fc1c8c57c