Trump says he could ‘run’ Mueller probe if he wanted to
03:24
Share this -
copied
President Trump on Monday unleashed a new message to Special Counsel Robert Mueller, asserting in a Reuters interview that, as president, he is “totally allowed” to be involved in the Russia probe and suggested he could take charge if he wanted to. When asked if he will sit for an interview with Mueller, Trump indicated he’s leaning against it, saying he’s concerned about a “perjury trap.” NBC’s Kristen Welker reports for TODAY.Aug. 21, 2018
UP NEXT
Biden spends July 4 at Camp David after difficult week
02:20
Biden looks to midterm elections for win on abortion rights
01:50
‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill officially goes into effect in Florida
02:25
Brittney Griner makes 1st court appearance as trial begins in Russia
03:27
After tumultuous term, what's next for Supreme Court?
02:31
Ketanji Brown Jackson to be sworn in as Justice Breyer retires