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House panel condemns FBI sting operations injuring people
Washington AP report says Abscam inspired undercover methods threaten civil rights. A House subcommittee criticizes internal DOJ approval and urges judge consent before starting sting probes. It notes loosened guidelines since 1981, rising spending from 1 million in 1977 to over 12.5 million this year and more than 300 investigations last year. It cites cases like Colcor Corkscrew Greylord and Speakeasy to show potential harms to targets and bystanders.
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