*Administration of Donald J. Trump, 2017 *

**Statement on the Appointment of Former Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Robert S. Mueller III as Special Counsel To Oversee the Investigation of Russian Government Efforts To Influence the 2016 Presidential Election and Related Matters **

*May 17, 2017 *

As I have stated many times, a thorough investigation will confirm what we already know: There was no collusion between my campaign and any foreign entity. I look forward to this matter concluding quickly. In the meantime, I will never stop fighting for the people and the issues that matter most to the future of our country.

*Categories:* Statements by the President : Mueller, Robert S., III, appointment as Department of Justice Special Counsel*.*

*Names:* Mueller, Robert S., III*.*

*Subjects:* Elections : 2016 Presidential and congressional elections; Justice, Department of : Special Counsel; Russia : U.S. elections, interference.

*DCPD Number:* DCPD201700339.