"I'm glad he's dead," Trump's remarks spark outrage

MaticHoleFiller · 2026-03-23T00:23:26+00:00

Former U.S. Special Counsel Mueller dies, Trump posts "celebrating," saying "he can no longer hurt innocent people," sparking widespread criticism. Mueller had led an investigation into Trump's ties with Russia but found no criminal evidence. Trump has long considered the investigation a "hoax."

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2026-03-23 00:23:26

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Former FBI Director and special prosecutor Robert Mueller, who led the investigation into “Russian interference,” passed away on the 20th. U.S. President Donald Trump posted a “celebratory” message on the 21st, sparking criticism from American public opinion.

After the news of Mueller’s death was announced, Trump immediately posted on the social media platform “Truth Social” saying, “Good, I’m glad he’s dead. He can no longer harm innocent people!”

Trump and Mueller have had longstanding animosity. In 2017, Mueller, appointed as special counsel by the U.S. Department of Justice, took over the investigation into whether Trump and his campaign team colluded with Russia. After nearly two years of investigation, Mueller concluded there was no evidence of criminal conspiracy between Trump’s team and Russia. However, according to U.S. media reports, a total of 34 people were indicted, including six of Trump’s former advisors. Trump has always believed the investigation was a “hoax.”

In response to Trump’s remarks, Senate Minority Leader and Democrat Chuck Schumer said, “Trump’s goal is to distract from rising oil prices, reckless wars, abuse of power by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Epstein case.” Massachusetts Democratic Congressman Seth Moulton said, “Whether you support Trump or not, you know this kind of rhetoric is disgusting.”

Source: Xinhua News Agency

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