Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah walked back his comments about not caring if President Donald Trump was implicated in crimes by Michael Cohen.

"Earlier this week in an unplanned hallway interview with CNN, I made comments about allegations against the President that were irresponsible and a poor reflection on my lengthy record of dedication to the rule of law," the senator said in a statement.

“While I don’t believe Michael Cohen is any kind of reliable voice in this process, I have expressed confidence in Bob Mueller and his investigation countless times, including writing in The Wall Street Journal that he must be allowed to complete his investigation.”

Earlier this week, in an interview with CNN, Hatch was asked if he had any concerns that Trump was implicated in crimes by Cohen.  Hatch replied "The Democrats will do anything to hurt this president."

Informed it was alleged by the Southern District of New York, Hatch said: "Okay, but I don't care, all I can say is he's doing a good job as President."

In his Friday statement, Hatch said: "But at a time when faith in so many of our institutions is at an all-time low, I regret speaking imprudently. I don't believe the president broke the law, but one of the core principles of our country is that no one is above the law. That means anyone who does break the law should face appropriate consequences."