Trump says he's 'looking forward' to speaking to Mueller under oath in the Russia investigation

• President Donald Trump says he is "looking forward" to being interviewed by special counsel Robert Mueller under oath amid the investigation of Russia's meddling in the 2016 US election.
• Mueller and his team are looking into whether the Trump campaign cooperated with Russian operatives, among other things.
• Multiple news outlets reported Trump's comments on Wednesday, which come as the president's lawyers negotiate terms for a sit-down with Mueller.
• The special counsel has made significant strides in the Russia probe in recent months, which has led to federal charges against several Trump associates.
• Mueller was also said to be pursuing an obstruction-of-justice case against Trump.

President Donald Trump says he is "looking forward" to being interviewed under oath by special counsel Robert Mueller, who is leading the investigation of Russia's meddling in the 2016 US election.

Mueller is also looking into whether the Trump campaign cooperated with the Russians, and whether Trump obstructed justice as the investigation got underway.

This story is developing. Check back for updates.

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