Article snippet: The TAKE with Rick Klein The war on and over Robert Mueller just got very real. And Mueller has tools to fight with, too. The revelation, as reported by The New York Times, that President Donald Trump tried to fire the special counsel last summer puts new scrutiny on Mueller’s every move, from every conceivable direction. This is information that Mueller almost certainly had before last night. (Remember: Mueller’s team spoke to White House counsel Don McGahn, and has spoken to other White House officials in a position to know, at length.) This isn’t about hurting Mueller’s feelings, or even damaging his credibility. It’s also not about disproving the notion that the president hadn’t given “any thought” to the idea of firing Mueller, as he claimed last August. This is about a pattern of behavior that could lead Mueller in particular directions when it comes to contemplating a final report or possible charges. It’s part of a portrait of a president as revelations about the special counsel's probe seem to come at an ever faster pace. Republican efforts to undermine Mueller and the FBI under the man Trump did fire, James Comey, will likely intensify from here. But from all appearances, the special counsel has plenty to work with as he nears possible completion of his probe. The RUNDOWN with MaryAlice Parks The clock is ticking, but it’s not clear which way the hands are turning. The president and his team yesterday finally outlined specific policies... Link to the full article to read more