FBI Director Lightens Up At Press Club
FBI Director Robert Mueller showed a softer side at the National Press Club on Friday with a speech that largely focused on the mission similarities between law enforcement and the Fourth Estate. Read more about the meatiest parts of his keynote in CongressDaily's PM edition.
He began by quoting New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd: "Wooing the press is an exercise roughly akin to picnicking with a tiger. You might enjoy the meal, but the tiger always eats last." Mueller's own take: "I did enjoy the meal but I am struck with the notion that I am now at the podium and many of you still look quite hungry."
During the question-and-answer session he tackled (and dodged) some pretty serious queries but he also made room for lighter topics. Mueller was asked if the high-tech investigative methods depicted in primetime cop dramas like "CSI" and "Criminal Minds" were realistic. He said they were but the shows make the work look easier than it is -- and they don’t necessarily show the safeguards analysts employ to protect citizens' privacy.
Mueller also revealed that he does not visit social networking sites that have become all the rage. "I guess I can't invite you to be my friend on Facebook?" the questioner asked. "No," he replied.
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