This is likely for show purposes only- in order to demonstrate that the altruistic Mueller is above partisanship. The fact that the Slimes and the Compost are breaking this story tells me all I need to know.
I am reminded of the old joke regarding three envelopes. In this case envelope number one was opened at it read: "Fire a key aid so it looks like you are being objective"
My thought exactly.
How do we know that this guy wasn’t anti-Trump enough and will be replaced by a more zealous “investigator”?
Excellent point.