Washington, March 24 -- Congressman Steny H. Hoyer issued the following press release:
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement regarding the passing of Robert S. Mueller III, former Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI):
"I join the nation in mourning the loss of Robert Mueller. He devoted his life to upholding the rule of law. He did so despite facing immense political pressure and numerous personal attacks on his character, which sadly have continued since his passing.
"Nearly two decades ago, as FBI Director, he asked for my help in finding a suburban site for a new consolidated headquarters for the FBI so that it could move out of the dilapidated J. Edgar Hoover Building. My commitment to...