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Former U.S. Pardon Attorney Files Lawsuit Against Justice Department Over Firing
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Oyer claims she was dismissed from her position after declining to recommend the restoration of gun rights for actor Mel Gibson. The federal lawsuit names Attorney General Todd Blanche and the Department of Justice as defendants. According to the court filing, Oyer asserts that her termination violated federal administrative procedures and employment protections. The Justice Department has not publicly responded to the allegations in the initial court documents.
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Former U.S. Pardon Attorney Elizabeth Oyer filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice and Attorney General Todd Blanche alleging unlawful termination.
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