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Pence Slams Trump's Tariffs, Urges Strong U.S. Leadership

5/6/2025

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Former Vice President Mike Pence voiced strong criticism of Donald Trump's tariffs, cautioning against looming economic shocks and shortages. In a candid CNN interview, he raised alarms about Trump's inconsistent backing for Ukraine and the controversial choice of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary, underscoring the urgent need for steadfast conservative principles and robust U.S. leadership on the world stage.

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Former Vice President Mike Pence voiced strong criticism of Donald Trump's tariffs, cautioning against looming economic shocks and shortages. In a candid CNN interview, he raised alarms about Trump's inconsistent backing for Ukraine and the controversial choice of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary, underscoring the urgent need for steadfast conservative principles and robust U.S. leadership on the world stage.