Good to see you again, Richard. I am playing my usual role on this one. I did mention in a post that Lott should have selected you (yes you) to write a formal speech for him about the old Lott, the new Lott, the old south, and the new south, and what was wrong about the former, and why, and to apologize for his failure to denounce segregation in no uncertain terms as a moral matter for the entirety of his career. If he had done that, he would have had smooth sailing. :)
Lott will be out in a hurry if anyone can prove that he paid dues to the CCC and lied about it.
I agree with Peggy as long as it doesn't cost control of the Senate. If Lott's willing to step aside but not resign, then fine. Wait a few weeks and do it.
But if the cost is his resignation, then don't do it for about 16 Months.