He appeared to repeatedly contradict what he knew and when in relation to part of the Garda whistleblower controversy.
It's sparked concern among Independent Alliance ministers – with a special cabinet meeting scheduled for tomorrow.
At it they'll discuss the terms of reference for the tribunal of inquiry into allegations of a smear campaign against Maurice McCabe.
Enda Kenny's leadership of Fine Gael could be brought up at a parliamentary party meeting tonight – but Political Correspondent with the Irish Times Fiach Kelly says Independent Ministers are trying to get past this crisis.
