David Axelrod actually said...

"I think the whole thing is bizarre. I don't think ethics meant much in this administration starting with the President himself."

"One of the appeals Pruitt may have been until the last few days that Pruitt has a constituency in the Senate."

"I don't think he can confirm anybody to replace Sessions if he fires him right now."

"My concern about Donald Trump is less his policy, even though I disagree with many of his policies. It's his utter disregard for democratic institutions."