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Mel Gibson's Gun Rights Reinstated Amid Controversy

4/4/2025

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Gibson's Gun Rights Reinstated

Mel Gibson's gun rights have been reinstated by the U.S. Justice Department, with Attorney General Pam Bondi's approval, despite his past domestic violence conviction. This decision has sparked controversy, especially after DOJ attorney Elizabeth G. Oyer was dismissed for voicing concerns about the dangers of allowing domestic abusers access to firearms.

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Bondi Investigates Gun Rights

The U.S. Justice Department, under Attorney General Pam Bondi, is probing the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for potential infringements on gun rights. Complaints have surfaced about exorbitant fees and wait times stretching beyond 18 months for concealed carry permits, igniting fears over violations of Second Amendment protections.

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Gibson's Gun Rights Reinstated

Mel Gibson's gun rights have been reinstated by the U.S. Justice Department, with Attorney General Pam Bondi's approval, despite his past domestic violence conviction. This decision has sparked controversy, especially after DOJ attorney Elizabeth G. Oyer was dismissed for voicing concerns about the dangers of allowing domestic abusers access to firearms.

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