Probe into alleged Russian collusion concluded

US special counsel Robert Mueller has concluded his investigation into Russian interference in the US presidential election and alleged collusion with associates of Donald Trump.

The Justice Department said Mr Mueller delivered his final report yesterday to Attorney General William Barr, who is reviewing it.

Responding to the release, the White House said the next steps are “up to Attorney General (William) Barr”.

White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said “we look forward to the process taking its course”.

She added: “The White House has not received or been briefed on the Special Counsel’s report.”

Leading Democrats Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer said it is “imperative” to make the full report public.

The top congressional Democrats said: “The American people have a right to the truth.”

In a joint statement, they said Mr Barr must not give Mr Trump, his lawyers or staff any “sneak preview” of the findings or evidence.

“The White House must not be allowed to interfere in decisions about what parts of those findings or evidence are made public,” they said.

Mr Mueller’s report sets the stage for big public fights to come.

The next steps are up to Mr Trump’s attorney general, to Congress and, in all likelihood, federal courts.