He warned there would be "total upheaval" in the Senate if Trump were to fire Mueller. But Hatch said he didn't see a need to pass any legislation, a sentiment that's echoed by Republican leaders. And I don't think he'll do it, so I don't see any benefit in trying to pass a law." "I don't think there's any imminent need to do it today or this week," Tillis said, adding he believed the plan amounted to a "good governance" bill that should be eventually passed. Cornyn and Collins acknowledged that the President's tweets were concerning, but they didn't think it was a sign he was about to take action against Mueller.

Source: CNN March 19, 2018 21:27 UTC