Mr. Trump’s personal lawyers have spearheaded the efforts to negotiate the terms of an interview with Mr. Mueller’s office. White House lawyersDonald F. McGahn II, White House counsel • One of Mr. Trump’s longest serving officials, who runs a team of lawyers at the White House. • Despite Mr. Trump’s desires to meet with Mr. Mueller, he thought that it would be too risky for Mr. Trump to be interviewed by Mr. Mueller. Rudolph W. Giuliani • Hired in late April to negotiate Mr. Trump’s interview with Mr. Mueller and defend him in the media. Michael D. Cohen • Mr. Trump’s lawyer and fixer for more than a decade.

Source: New York Times May 04, 2018 01:18 UTC