Robert Mueller, who investigated allegations of Russian election meddling, dies at 81

March 22, 2026

TL;DR

Robert Mueller, former FBI director and special counsel, died at 81.
Mueller led the investigation into allegations of Russian interference in the 2016 US election.
His nearly two-year investigation resulted in guilty pleas and charges against 34 individuals but did not find conspiracy or coordination with the Trump campaign.
Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013, overseeing significant transformations after 9/11.
He had a distinguished legal career, serving as a U.S. Attorney and in the Department of Justice's criminal division.
Mueller was a decorated U.S. Marine Corps officer, serving in the Vietnam War.
Former presidents Obama and Bush, along with former FBI Director Christopher Wray and James Comey, offered condolences and praised his public service.
Mueller was reportedly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2021.

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