Article snippet: MORE’s final report on the Russia investigation should be made public, expressing confidence it will prove he did not collude with Moscow’s effort to interfere in the 2016 election. "Let it come out. Let people see it,” Trump told reporters on the South Lawn of the White House before traveling to Ohio for a speech and a campaign fundraiser. But Trump also said the decision whether to release Mueller’s report rests with Attorney General William Barr, who has been coy about how much of the special counsel’s findings he will make public. “We’ll see what happens,” the president said. “Let's see whether or not it’s legit.” Mueller is compiling a report on the investigation’s findings, including whether the Trump campaign coordinated with Russia’s election-meddling activities and if the president sought to obstruct the probe. The report will first be submitted to Barr, who is facing pressure from Democrats and Republicans in Congress to release the full version to the public. Barr was noncommittal about such a release, telling lawmakers during his January confirmation hearing that his goal is “to provide as much transparency as I can consistent with the law.” The Justice Department order appointing Mueller as special counsel directs him to deliver to the attorney general “a confidential report explaining the prosecution or declination decisions reached.” It would then be up to Barr to decide how much information to provide to Congress and the public. The House last wee... Link to the full article to read more
Trump says public can see Mueller report | TheHill
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