A New Mexico man sues the USDA, saying politics has blocked permits to slaughter horses for food.Rick de los Santos wants to reopen an animal slaughter business that's been banned in the U.S. for years. Along the way, he's also opened a can of worms.
Meat Company Owner Sues Usda For Right To Slaughter Horses
By John M. Glionna, Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times
Sat, 12/22/2012 - 6:48pm
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