WASHINGTON (AP) - The scientist described by government officials as a ``person of interest'' in the 2001 anthrax attacks wants reporters to identify sources who provided them information about the Justice Department's investigation.
Dr. Steven Hatfill sent subpoenas to The Associated Press and other news organizations that produced stories about him based on government leaks.
The AP received its subpoena late Thursday. It asks for all documents relating to Hatfill that the AP received from any federal employee. It also seeks to depose an AP representative in February.
AP will oppose the subpoena, assistant general counsel, Dave Tomlin. Reporters long have argued that the Constitution's guarantee of a free press shields them from being forced to disclose what they have learned in confidence.
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