Former FBI Director Robert Mueller Dies at 81; Trump Reacts Sharply
Former FBI Director Robert Mueller passed away at the age of 81 on Friday night under circumstances that remain undisclosed. His family confirmed the news in a statement released Saturday, expressing profound sorrow.
Family Statement and Health Background
“With deep sadness, we are sharing the news that Bob passed away last night. His family asks that their privacy be respected,” the family stated.
Mueller had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in the summer of 2021. He retired from legal practice at the end of that year and taught at his alma mater during the fall semesters of 2021 and 2022 before fully retiring at the end of 2022. The diagnosis came to light last September when the House Oversight Committee requested his testimony regarding the Justice Department’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Officials noted at the time that his health prevented him from appearing.
Trump’s Immediate Response
President Donald Trump quickly addressed the news on Truth Social, posting: “Good, I’m glad he’s dead. He can no longer hurt innocent people!”
The remark follows years of criticism from Trump toward Mueller, whom he accused of leading a politically motivated probe into alleged Russian interference in the 2016 election.
This story is developing, with further details expected as more information becomes available.
