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JUNE 20, 2001

The Department of Justice is looking to settle the federal government's tobacco lawsuit, worried that it could be weakened if pursued.

Department of Justice officials said yesterday that Attorney General John Ashcroft has already informed lawmakers of the move towards a settlement. As a Senator, Ashcroft opposed the lawsuit.

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U.S. to Seek Settlement in Tobacco Suit (The Washington Post 6/20)
Justice stance on tobacco suit surprises many; gets mixed reaction (AP 6/20)
In Shift, U.S. Opens Effort to Settle Tobacco Lawsuit (The New York Times 6/20)
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