Robert Mueller, former special counsel who led Trump-Russia probe, dies at 81
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Robert Mueller III, the long-serving FBI director who later served as the special counsel overseeing the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election, has died.
Robert Mueller III, the long-serving FBI director who later served as the special counsel overseeing the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election, has died. He was 81.
In a statement, his family said: “With deep sadness, we are sharing the news that Bob passed away last night. His family asks that their privacy be respected.”
Separately, a spokesperson for the law firm where Mueller worked, WilmerHale, told NBC News: “WilmerHale mourns the passing of our friend and former partner, Bob Mueller. Bob was an extraordinary leader and public servant and a person of the greatest integrity.”
“His service to our country, including as a decorated officer in the Marine Corps, as FBI Director, and at the Department of Justice, was exemplary and inspiring,” the statement added. “We are deeply proud that he was our partner. Our thoughts are with Bob’s family and loved ones during this time.”
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