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THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2002

Republican lawmakers in the state of Washington aren't satisfied with explanations federal and state biologists gave regarding a nationwide lynx study and are seeking an opinion on whether criminal charges are warranted.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and state biologists planted lynx samples in the wild in order to test a lab whose results they questioned. The action has caused an uproar among Republicans, including Secretary Gale Norton, who has promised an inquiry.

In Washington, Republicans want the attorney general to consider whether criminal charges can be brought.

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