News and Commentary

Yes, Robert Mueller Should Recuse Himself From Investigating Trump Over Comey Firing

Elliott Hamilton

In light of James Comey’s testimony last week, it is abundantly clear that Special Counsel for the Russia investigation Robert Mueller needs to recuse himself from any issues surrounding the former FBI Director. If Mueller, who preceded Comey as FBI Director, were to incorporate issues surrounding his successor in his investigation, then it would constitute an ethical violation through the Department of Justice.

According to Section II(c) of the Department of Justice’s Government Ethics Outline:

Got a tip worth investigating?

Your information could be the missing piece to an important story. Submit your tip today and make a difference.

Submit Tip