Top Mueller Report Findings That Could Change the Course of History

The wait for the full release of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's report has been agonizing for many, including House Democrats who hope to learn more about President Trump's possible obstruction of justice. Charles Tiefer, a professor of law at the University of Baltimore, writes that it's unlikely they will ever see the complete report, as Attorney General William Barr has already summarized its main findings in a March 24 letter to Congress.

The key question is whether President Trump acted with 'corrupt' intent when he influenced federal investigations into himself and his aides. This includes firing FBI Director James Comey and publicly attacking Mueller's work, according to Dan Orentlicher, a law professor at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas.

While some actions may look like obstruction, they may not be considered so if done without 'corrupt' intention. However, other actions could still constitute obstruction depending on the context. As Orentlicher notes, 'obstruction of justice is a complicated matter.'

According to federal law, obstruction occurs when a person tries to impede or influence a trial, investigation, or official proceeding with threats or corrupt intent. The question then arises: how can two people draw different conclusions from the same evidence?

In his letter, Barr wrote that while the report does not conclude that President Trump committed a crime, it also does not exonerate him. This ambiguous conclusion has left many wondering what really happened during the investigation.

The release of Mueller's report could potentially change the course of history, as its findings could have significant implications for the future of American politics. As Tiefer notes, 'the legal question is: Did he do so with 'corrupt' intent?' The answer to this question may depend on Barr's summary of the report and any further investigations that may be launched.

For now, the nation remains in limbo, waiting for more information about Mueller's findings and what they could mean for President Trump's future.

Top mueller report findings