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Chicago eyes lawsuit against billionaire over rat infestation linked to nut scattering

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Chicago officials are considering legal action against billionaire Barre Seid, alleging his practice of scattering nuts in Lincoln Park has exacerbated a severe rat infestation. Alderman Timmy Knudsen has urged the Chicago Park District to sue Seid, citing evidence of daily feeding that attracts rodents and violates city codes. Despite previous citations and fines, the feeding has reportedly continued and intensified, leading to concerns about public health hazards and potential taxpayer costs for park repairs. AI

RANK_REASON Local government considering legal action against a prominent political donor over public nuisance claims. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Chicago eyes lawsuit against billionaire over rat infestation linked to nut scattering

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    The GOP billionaire behind the biggest political gift in U.S. history could be sued for allegedly fueling a Chicago rat infestation

    A city document says Barre Seid has paid workers for three years to scatter nuts in Lincoln Park, but officials say it draws rats.

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