Rod Rosenstein considering recusing himself from Russia investigation: Report

Source: Washington Examiner | June 16, 2017 | Josh Siegel

Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein is contemplating recusing himself from the FBI’s investigation into Russia’s interference in the 2016 election, according to a report.

Rosenstein has ultimate authority over special counsel Robert Mueller’s Russia probe, which includes the possibility that President Trump tried to obstruct justice.

In a tweet, Trump confirmed Friday morning he is under investigation over his decision to fire FBI Director James Comey, and seemingly hinted at his displeasure with Rosenstein.

“I am being investigated for firing the FBI Director by the man who told me to fire the FBI Director! Witch Hunt,” he said on his Twitter account.

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ABC reports that Rosenstein knows he could become a witness in the investigation because of his role in Comey’s firing. The news outlet said Rosenstein brought up the possibility of his recusal during a recent meeting with Associate Attorney General Rachel Brand, the Justice Department’s third-in-command.

Brand would take over Rosenstein’s responsibility in the Russia probe if he were to recuse himself.

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