In a bold move, the Department of Justice under President Trump has dismissed Liz Oyer, the Pardon Attorney, who played a crucial role in advising former President Joe Biden on issuing mass clemency to numerous convicts, including violent criminals.
Liz Oyer, who led the Justice Department’s pardon office, announced her termination via a LinkedIn post. She expressed her disappointment, stating, “I’m sad to share that I was fired today from the job I have poured my heart and soul into for the last three years.” Oyer also praised her team, saying, “I am so proud of the team we built in the Office of the Pardon Attorney, who will carry on our important work.” She thanked the many people she connected with during her tenure, appreciating their support and belief in second chances.
“I’m very grateful for the many extraordinary people I’ve had the opportunity to connect with on this journey. Thank you for your partnership, your support, and your belief in second chances.”
The dismissal letter, signed by U.S. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, outlines the termination. The Office of the Pardon Attorney holds the responsibility of advising the President on executive clemency, reviewing numerous clemency requests before they reach the President’s desk. Hence, Oyer was a significant figure in Biden’s controversial decision to issue pardons to numerous violent offenders.
During the previous administration, as reported back in December, Biden commuted sentences for about 1500 convicts who were released during the COVID-19 pandemic and placed on home confinement. Additionally, he pardoned 39 individuals convicted of “non-violent” crimes. This wave of clemency followed shortly after he pardoned his son, Hunter Biden.
In January, Biden surpassed his previous records, affecting around 2500 convicts with his clemency decisions. On his last day in office, he issued further pardons not only to members of his own family but also to figures like Anthony Fauci, Mark Milley, and the entire J6 Select Committee.
Moreover, Biden commuted sentences for individuals convicted of heinous crimes, including serial killers, rapists, and cop killers, while many considered political prisoners, like the J6 protesters, remained incarcerated.
The pressing question remains: what was Liz Oyer’s role in these pardons? Was she actively involved in signing orders amidst Biden’s alleged cognitive issues?
