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Robert S. Mueller III was one of the most respected officials in the United States. His exemplary work in both the military and civil service led him to advance from modest positions to high-level roles, where the salaries more than matched the responsibilities.
Deceased on March 21, Mueller left behind a legacy of nearly five decades of government service. However, his most well-known position was that of FBI Director.
Robert Mueller assumed the position in 2001. He was appointed by then-President George W. Bush shortly before the September 11 attacks and remained in the position for more than a decade.
Although Congress establishes a maximum term of 10 years for the role, his tenure was extended by two more years because the Barack Obama administration could not find a candidate acceptable to both Democrats and Republicans.
What is Robert Mueller's net worth?
The exact amount of his fortune is unknown, but estimates from specialized sources, such as Politico and OpenSecrets, place it between $4.2 and $15.2 million.
The figure comes from his 2017 financial filings. These filings were required for his position as special counsel investigating the 2016 election.
However, federal forms require reported ranges, not exact amounts. This is why the precise amount of his fortune is not public.
In his career, Mueller held the following positions:
- Special Counsel for the United States Department of Justice
- 6th Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Deputy Attorney General
- Attorney for the Northern District of California
- Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Division
- Attorney for the District of Massachusetts
Mueller did his best work during the biggest crises
Mueller was on the front lines during two of the most turbulent periods in recent U.S. history. The first was the September 11 attacks, in his role as FBI director.
The second was the 2016 election, where he served as special counsel in charge of investigating alleged Russian interference in the election.
In 2017, after accepting the appointment, Mueller assured that he would perform his duties "to the best of my ability," a promise he kept until the end.