White house denies trump wants mueller out but heats on

The White House has denied reports that President Trump wants to fire Special Counsel Robert Mueller, but the controversy continues to simmer.

According to multiple sources, Trump has been growing increasingly frustrated with Mueller's investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election and potential collusion with the Trump campaign. Trump has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and has called the investigation a "witch hunt."

On Tuesday, The New York Times reported that Trump had told associates that he wanted to fire Mueller, but was being dissuaded by his lawyers and other advisors. The report sparked widespread outrage and calls for Trump to preserve the independence of the investigation.

However, White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders denied the report, saying that Trump has "no intention" of firing Mueller. "The President has always been clear that he wants to get to the bottom of what happened in 2016, and he believes that the special counsel is the best way to do that," she said.

Despite the denial, the controversy shows no signs of dying down. Many Democrats and some Republicans have called for Trump to preserve the investigation and not interfere with Mueller's work.

The FBI has also weighed in, with Director Christopher Wray saying that the agency has "no information" that Mueller is planning to step down. "The special counsel is doing his job, and we're supporting him in that effort," Wray said.

The controversy has also sparked concerns about the potential for Trump to use his executive powers to fire Mueller or limit the scope of the investigation. Many legal experts have warned that such a move could be seen as an attempt to obstruct justice and could have serious consequences for Trump's presidency.

In the meantime, Mueller's investigation continues to move forward, with reports emerging that the special counsel is investigating Trump's business dealings and potential conflicts of interest. The investigation is also reportedly looking into Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and his role in the campaign.

The controversy is likely to continue to dominate the headlines in the coming days and weeks, with many wondering what Trump's next move will be and how it will impact the investigation.