Image for Robert S. Mueller III

Robert S. Mueller III

Robert S. Mueller III is an American attorney known for his role as the director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) from 2001 to 2013. He oversaw the bureau during significant events, including the aftermath of the September 11 attacks. After his tenure at the FBI, he served as special counsel from 2017 to 2019, leading an investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and potential connections to the Trump campaign. His work has had a profound impact on U.S. law enforcement and the political landscape.