Former Vice President Mike Pence faced heckling from former President Donald Trump supporters during a Friday campaign event in New Hampshire.
The group, holding Trump campaign signs, called Pence a "traitor" and a "sellout" for his role in certifying the 2020 election. One person confronted Pence, asking why he didn't uphold the constitution. In response, Pence defended his actions, stating, "I upheld the constitution. Read it."
Pence's decision not to block Congress from certifying Joe Biden as the winner of the 2020 election on January 6, 2021, was met with criticism from Trump. However, Pence stood by his actions, stating during a press conference, "By God's grace, I believe we did our duty that day" and that he fulfilled his oath to the Constitution and the American people.
Pence emphasized that the constitution clearly outlines the role of the Vice President in presiding over a joint session of Congress to count the electoral college votes certified by the states. He stated that he had no right to overturn the election, even though Trump had asked him to do so. Pence firmly asserted, "Anyone who puts themselves over the constitution should never be President of the United States."
Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump was arraigned on Thursday for his alleged involvement in the January 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol by his supporters. He faces charges of conspiracy to defraud the United States, obstructing an official proceeding, and conspiracy against the right to vote and have one's vote counted.
Pence's encounter with hecklers highlights the ongoing divisions within the Republican Party regarding the 2020 election. While some supporters of Trump continue to question the legitimacy of the election results, Pence remains steadfast in his commitment to upholding the Constitution and the democratic process. As the party navigates these divisions, the actions and statements of prominent figures like Pence will continue to shape the future of the Republican Party.
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