The Mueller report is the official 2019 document detailing the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election and links to the Trump campaign. [1] Core FindingsRussian Interference: Russia used illegal social media campaigns via the Internet Research Agency and hacking via the military intelligence service (GRU) to favor Donald Trump and disrupt the election. [1]
No Conspiracy: The probe did not establish that members of the Trump campaign conspired or coordinated with the Russian government in its election interference activities. [1]
Obstruction of Justice: Volume II detailed multiple acts by President Trump to influence or impede investigations. The report did not draw a final legal conclusion or exonerate the president, citing Department of Justice policy against indicting a sitting president. [1]
Outcomes Indictments: The investigation resulted in 34 individuals and three companies being indicted, alongside multiple guilty pleas and convictions of Trump associates.Referrals: The probe issued multiple criminal referrals and left final determinations regarding obstruction up to Congress.
Watch a summary of how Russian intelligence agencies interfered in the 2016 election according to the special counsel findings: