The Daily Special Edition: Robert Mueller Submits His Report
Mar 22, 2019
Joining the discussion is Michael S. Schmidt, a New York Times reporter known for his in-depth coverage of the special counsel investigation. He reveals the tense atmosphere within newsrooms as they awaited the Mueller report. The conversation uncovers the uncertainty around the report’s implications for President Trump's associates. Schmidt discusses the attorney general's dilemma in balancing transparency with confidentiality and the potential political fallout from the report’s release, emphasizing the complex relationship between executive power and public accountability.
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Schmidt's Day
- Michael S. Schmidt describes his day leading up to the Mueller report release, starting with turning on his recorder upon leaving his house.
- He recounts mundane interactions, including giving directions to someone and casual greetings with colleagues.
Newsroom Anticipation
- The New York Times newsroom was prepared for the report's release, with stories pre-written and ready for publication.
- The atmosphere was tense with anticipation as they awaited the Justice Department's word.
Report Handling
- The Attorney General and his team must review the report to determine what information should be released to Congress and the public.
- No new charges will be filed directly by Mueller's office; any further indictments will come from other U.S. attorneys.