Main Justice Mueller's Legacy, Press Freedom, and the Showdown Over Mail-In Voting
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Mar 24, 2026 They reflect on the life and public service legacy of Robert Mueller. They walk through a court win for press freedom challenging Pentagon credential rules. They break down the Supreme Court oral arguments over whether ballots arriving after Election Day can be counted.
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Mueller Went Into The Homicide Trenches
- Robert Mueller volunteered to prosecute D.C. homicides during a 1990s crime surge, leaving higher-profile roles to work directly in the trenches.
- Mary McCord recalls Mueller interviewing victims' families, leading the Homicide Division and emphasizing community engagement.
Mueller Personally Repaired Community Trust
- Mueller personally met Muslim community leaders after inflammatory FBI training material surfaced and canceled other obligations to hear their concerns.
- Andrew Weissmann describes Mueller removing his jacket and sitting through every question to show accountability.
Training To Prevent Abuse Of Power
- Mueller used training at the Holocaust Museum and mosque visits to teach new FBI agents about limits on power and cultural understanding.
- Andrew Weissmann links these requirements to instilling respect for checks and balance and awareness of diversity.