Trump Criticizes WilmerHale, Cites Mueller Link

Former President Donald Trump has publicly criticized the law firm WilmerHale, drawing attention to its association with Robert Mueller. Mueller, who retired from WilmerHale in 2021, previously served as Special Counsel overseeing the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and alleged connections between the Trump campaign and Russian officials.

Trump's criticism centers on Mueller's role in the investigation, which has been a frequent target of the former president's ire. The investigation, which concluded in 2019, led to several indictments and convictions of individuals associated with the Trump campaign. While the report did not establish a criminal conspiracy between the campaign and Russia, it detailed numerous contacts between campaign officials and Russian nationals.

WilmerHale has not yet issued a formal response to Trump's remarks. The law firm is a prominent player in Washington D.C., and its attorneys have represented clients from across the political spectrum. The firm's connection to Mueller continues to be a point of contention for Trump and his supporters.