Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh has told senators during private meetings that he believes special counsel Robert Mueller Robert (Bob) MuellerCNN's Toobin warns McCabe is in 'perilous condition' with emboldened Trump CNN anchor rips Trump over Stone while evoking Clinton-Lynch tarmac meeting The Hill's 12:30 Report: New Hampshire fallout MORE's appointment was appropriate, according to CNN.

During his 39 meetings with senators on Capitol Hill, Kavanaugh has reportedly declined to say if he believes Mueller's investigation is constitutional, given he could weigh in on the matter from the high court if he is confirmed.

Kavanaugh has also told senators that he believes Congress should take the lead on impeaching and removing a president, as well as enact a law to ensure a president can be indicted after leaving office, CNN reported.

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The only Democrat Kavanaugh has met with is moderate Sen. Joe Manchin Joseph (Joe) ManchinSenate passes resolution reaffirming commitment to peaceful transition of power Hopes for DC, Puerto Rico statehood rise Manchin defends Supreme Court candidate Barrett: 'It's awful to bring in religion' MORE (D-W.Va.), who is facing reelection in a state that went to Trump in 2016. Manchin told CNN that he believes Kavanaugh would be an independent judge.