Robert Mueller

President Trump speaks during a news conference with Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg at the White House on Wednesday.

Trump Ducks Mueller Questions: 'Seems Unlikely That You'd Even Have An Interview'

Scott Horsley

President Trump took questions from reporters Wednesday during a joint appearance with Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg.

Special counsel Robert Mueller departs after a closed-door meeting in June with members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. There are two bipartisan proposals aimed at making sure he is not fired from that post.

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Senators Introduce 2 Bills To Try To Keep Trump From Firing Mueller

Doreen McCallister

President Trump cannot directly fire special counsel Robert Mueller, who is investigating Russia's involvement in the 2016 election. There are, however, some strategic moves that could remove Mueller.

According to Justice Department rules, special counsel Robert Mueller cannot be fired without good cause.

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Trump Weighs Firing Mueller, According To Confidant

Mark Katkov

Christopher Ruddy, chief executive of the conservative news site Newsmax and a friend of President Trump, said in a PBS interview that Trump is considering "terminating the special counsel."

Former FBI Director Robert Mueller arrives to testify before the House Judiciary Committee in 2013. The Justice Department announced Wednesday that Mueller will lead the FBI's investigation into Russia's meddling in the 2016 election.

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Who Is Robert Mueller, Special Counsel Overseeing Russia Investigation?

Carrie Johnson

Robert Mueller led arguably the biggest FBI overhaul in the bureau's history during his 12-year term as director. Now, he'll investigate Russian interference in the 2016 election.