Femicide is a crime involving the violent and deliberate killing of a woman, but many States do not specifically define such a crime in their criminal codes. As a result, statistics are hard to come by.
The indictment was the first to be filed since Mr. Mueller took over in May the investigation into Russiaâs meddling in the election and possible links to Mr. Trump and his associates. Mr. Mueller was appointed as special counsel by Deputy Attorney General Rod J. Rosenstein after Mr. Trumpâs firing of James B. Comey as F.B.I. director. Here is a look at what Mr. Muellerâs position entails â and doesnât. What is within Mr. Muellerâs jurisdiction?
Obama praised outgoing director Robert Mueller, who has served for an unprecedented 12 years, for his dedication and commitment. You will be remembered as one of the finest directors in the history of the FBI, Obama said to Mueller. I know very few people in public life who have shown more integrity more consistently under more pressure than Bob Mueller.. Mueller was first appointed by President George W. Bush a week before Sept. 11, 2001.