Liz Oyer, former pardon attorney for the Trump administration, faced attacks from senators over her decisions and defended Todd Blanche's qualifications.
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Liz Oyer, former pardon attorney for the Trump administration, faced attacks from senators over her decisions and defended Todd Blanche's qualifications.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Liz Oyer critiques Todd Blanche regarding ethical concerns, coinciding with reports of presidential pressure on the Department of Justice's independence.Sub-event
Attacks on Oyer intensified regarding Biden's commutation policy, her criticism of the DOJ, and her testimony against the AG confirmation.1 source
Oyer, who served as Trump's pardon attorney, was attacked by senators and defended Todd Blanche's qualifications.1 source
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Liz Oyer
American lawyer; former Pardon Attorney at the US Department of Justice
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Todd Blanche
American attorney (born 1974)