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Ringling Brother Accused of Violating ESA

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The treatment of circus elephants went on trial in federal court Wednesday with animal rights groups accusing Ringling Bros. of violating the Endangered Species Act when it uses bullhooks and chains to control its performing pachyderms.

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Ringling Brothers Circus Faces Lawsuit Over Elephants

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The charges state that “Ringling Bros. A decision will soon come in a DC courtroom.