Former Vice President Mike Pence criticized former President Donald Trump for referring to individuals charged in connection with the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot as "hostages." During appearances on CBS and specifically on @FaceTheNation, Pence expressed that such characterizations by Trump are "unacceptable" and "very unfortunate," especially considering the current situation with American hostages being held in Gaza. "It's just unacceptable," and "It's unacceptable," Pence remarked, emphasizing his disapproval. He further stated that he "cannot in good conscience" endorse Trump this year, highlighting a significant rift between the two former allies over the interpretation and handling of the January 6 defendants.
Former VP Mike Pence Says “Unacceptable” for President Trump to Refer to J6 Defendants as “Hostages” (VIDEO) via @gatewaypundit https://t.co/t1zMtqnnsb
Mike Pence said on @FaceTheNation that it was “unacceptable” for Donald Trump to describe Jan. 6 defendants as "hostages," and he "cannot in good conscience" endorse Trump this year. https://t.co/THcKbEopXj
Former Vice President Mike Pence said that it’s “unacceptable” for former President Trump to refer to those charged with crimes related to the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack as “hostages” as they move through the criminal justice system. https://t.co/taokjKZFaf https://t.co/aWMj6A9owg
Mike Pence on Trump calling Jan. 6 insurrectionists “hostages”: "I think it's very unfortunate at a time that there are American hostages being held in Gaza." https://t.co/SOEpEVTD4F
'Unacceptable!' Pence Seethes Over Trump Calling Jan. 6 Rioters 'Hostages' in Heated Comments on CBS https://t.co/psfThMO9XK
"It's just unacceptable" -- Mike Pence on CBS on Trump referring to January 6 criminals as "hostages" https://t.co/A12Dza14sq
Mike Pence on @FaceTheNation regarding Trump's Ohio comments on Jan. 6 prisoners being "hostages." "It's unacceptable," he said.