Schumer Statement on Appointment of Special Counsel in Russia Investigation

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer released the below statement after the appointment of a special counsel in the Russia investigation:

“A special counsel is very much needed in this situation and Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein has done the right thing. Former Director Mueller is exactly the right kind of individual for this job. I now have significantly greater confidence that the investigation will follow the facts wherever they lead."