Dismissals at Justice Dept. Would Bypass Civil Service and Whistle-Blower Laws

In court filings and dismissal letters, the Justice Department’s political leadership claims sweeping authority to fire career law enforcement officials without cause.

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Trump Administration’s Justice Dept. Firings Prompt a Torrent of Legal Fights

A series of dismissals by the Trump administration has flooded a little-known group of administrative judges who protect civil servants.

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Justice Dept. Tries to Use Executive Privilege to Muzzle Fired Pardon Attorney

A fight over the testimony of Elizabeth G. Oyer could have a ripple effect on whether other fired Justice Department lawyers speak publicly about their experiences.

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Mel Gibson’s Gun Rights to Be Restored by Justice Dept.

People familiar with the decision said Mr. Gibson, a supporter of President Trump, would be among 10 people with convictions to get back their gun rights.

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Senate Democrats Seek Answers on Firing of Justice Dept. Official

After a disagreement about giving gun rights back to the actor Mel Gibson, a pardon attorney was fired. Senate Democrats are asking for details, including records or emails, that relate to the decision.

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Trump Administration Prepares to Give Gun Rights Back to Some Convicts

After Justice Department officials sought to allow Mel Gibson to own a gun again, the administration is proposing a path for some people to have their firearms access restored.

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