At that hearing, she stuck to her refusal to seek an independent prosecutor.

Republican lawmakers have pressured her to seek an independent prosecutor to investigate the matter, but she has refused.

After that investigation, Ms. Reno must decide whether to seek an independent prosecutor.

He repeated his contention that the case was inspired by a family seeking money, and a vindictive prosecutor.

The department's decision not to seek a special prosecutor was first reported in today's issue of The Washington Post.

They have taken opposing sides on whether to seek an independent prosecutor for the inquiry into campaign finances.

It was reported last week that the department had decided not to seek a special prosecutor in the case.

The lawyers are also seeking a new special prosecutor.

"You think you're doing a good thing" by seeking a permanent special prosecutor.

But she left open the possibility that she might change her mind about seeking a special prosecutor.