Scientists challenge U.S. wildlife director’s qualifications

Scientists challenge U.S. wildlife director’s qualifications

By Susan Montoya Bryan and Matthew Brown

Source: staradvertiser

4/12/2023

Credit: ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dozens of scientists from universities and environmental groups are pushing for the removal of the head of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, claiming she lacks the educational background required to run the agency despite securing Senate confirmation last year.

The concerns over the credentials of service Director Martha Williams were outlined in a letter from 100 scientists sent today to President Joe Biden and U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland.

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