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Pence Slams Trump’s Ukraine Stance, Warns of Economic Threats

5/8/2025

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Former Vice President Mike Pence took a stand against President Trump, denouncing his inconsistent support for Ukraine as a dangerous move that empowers Russia. In a candid CNN interview, Pence expressed his dismay over Trump’s pardoning of January 6 rioters and cautioned that sweeping tariffs could jeopardize the American economy.

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Former Vice President Mike Pence took a stand against President Trump, denouncing his inconsistent support for Ukraine as a dangerous move that empowers Russia. In a candid CNN interview, Pence expressed his dismay over Trump’s pardoning of January 6 rioters and cautioned that sweeping tariffs could jeopardize the American economy.