Liz Oyer, a former pardon attorney, criticized Todd Blanche, Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, during his confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Oyer stated that she was dismissed by Blanche after she refused to support the restoration of firearms rights for actor Mel Gibson, who has a history of domestic violence convictions. Oyer expressed that her decision not to 'rubber-stamp a political favor' for a friend of the president ultimately led to her termination.
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Former DoJ Lawyer Criticizes Todd Blanche During Senate Hearing
Liz Oyer, a former DoJ lawyer, testified against Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general, stating she was fired for not supporting the restoration of gun rights for Mel Gibson. Oyer emphasized her refusal to engage in political favoritism during her testimony.
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