Robert Mueller III, the former FBI director who also served as special counsel overseeing the investigation into Russia’s interference during the 2016 election, died Friday. He was 81. The cause of death was not immediately known,

Robert Mueller, former special counsel who investigated Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election, died Friday, MS Now reported on Saturday.

Robert Mueller, former special council with the Department of Justice, has died, according to reports. Here's what we know so far. (AP Photo)

Robert Mueller, the FBI director and special counsel who investigated Russia-Trump campaign ties, dies at 81. Advertisement

Former FBI Director and special counsel Robert Mueller has died at the age of 81, his family announced Saturday. “With deep sadness, we are sharing the news that Bob passed away last night. His family asks that their privacy be respected,

Robert Mueller, former special counsel with the Department of Justice, has died. He was 81 years old. (AP Photo)

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