Former Vice President Mike Pence has publicly denounced a conspiracy theory suggesting that the FBI orchestrated the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. His comments come in response to new polling data revealing how GOP views on the events of January 6 are shaped by such unfounded claims. Pence's stance represents a clear dismissal of the conspiracy and underscores the ongoing political divisions regarding the interpretation of the Capitol riot.
Former Vice President Mike Pence has dismissed the conspiracy theory that the FBI was involved in the January 6 Capitol riot, a claim often promoted by former President Donald Trump. In a CNN interview, Pence expressed his trust in the FBI's assurances of their non-involvement and voiced his appreciation for their work in prosecuting the rioters. He emphasized the importance of holding those responsible for the violence accountable to the full extent of the law.
A new report from Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into the Capitol riot on January 6 has revealed former President Donald Trump's dismissive response, "So what?" upon learning that Vice President Mike Pence was taken to a secure location during the attack. Trump's aides described his indifference to the violence and his focus on the election results rather than the safety of his vice president or the Capitol. Despite attempts to get Trump to intervene, he remained uninterested and later criticized Pence on Twitter for not overturning the election results. The January 6 House Select Committee has attributed the riot to Trump's influence.
Former Vice President Mike Pence responded to a recent poll indicating that 34% of Republicans believe the FBI was behind the January 6 Capitol riot during an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper on "State of the Union." The poll reflects a significant portion of the GOP holding conspiracy views about the events of that day.
Three years post-Jan. 6 Capitol riot, Trump's allies like Rudy Giuliani face legal challenges, with Giuliani filing for bankruptcy and facing indictment in Georgia. Stephen Miller remains a close advisor to Trump, while former aides like Cassidy Hutchinson speak out against the administration. Key Republicans like Kevin McCarthy and Mike Johnson have seen their political fortunes shift, with McCarthy resigning after a failed speakership bid. Mike Pence's presidential aspirations suffered due to his actions on Jan. 6, highlighting the ongoing impact of the riot on the political landscape and the Republican Party.
