I really wouldn't put much weight behind what's said at an exit interview. Those things are lawsuit minefields. The important thing is not that what was said,

I really wouldn't put much weight behind what's said at an exit interview. Those things are lawsuit minefields. The important thing is not that what was said, or the firing, the important thing is that he's turning down offers. Offers are what matter and give you leverage through every employment related negotiation.