Robert Mueller, ex-FBI chief who led Trump-Russia investigation, dies at 81
Robert Mueller, former FBI director and special counsel who led the investigation into alleged Russian interference in the 2016 US election, died at age 81. Mueller's legacy is marked by his work reshaping the FBI after 9/11 and his investigation into potential ties between the Trump campaign and Russia, which drew fierce criticism from President Trump. George W Bush, Mueller's predecessor as FBI director, and Barack Obama both expressed condolences following his death. Mueller is survived by his wife and family.
21 MAR 2026
— Times of India
Ex-FBI director Robert Mueller, who led Trump-Russia probe as special counsel, dies at 81
· THIS STORY — BBC
Former FBI director and special counsel Robert Mueller, who led the investigation into alleged Russian interference in the 2016 US election, died at age 81.
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