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Today in History: DOJ Releases Redacted Mueller Report on Election Influence

4/18/2026

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On April 18, 2019, the United States Department of Justice released a redacted version of the Mueller report, detailing the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. The report, submitted by Special Counsel Robert Mueller, addressed allegations of conspiracy involving Donald Trump's campaign and obstruction of justice, marking a significant moment in U.S. political history.

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On April 18, 2019, the United States Department of Justice released a redacted version of the Mueller report, detailing the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. The report, submitted by Special Counsel Robert Mueller, addressed allegations of conspiracy involving Donald Trump's campaign and obstruction of justice, marking a significant moment in U.S. political history.