Pence contradicts Trump to tariffs, Russia and amnesty in the CNN interview

Pence contradicts Trump to tariffs, Russia and amnesty in the CNN interview

Note from the publisher: Follow the interview of Kaitlan Collins with the former Vice President Mike Pence today at 9 p.m.

former Vice President Mike Pence criticized President Donald Trump's comprehensive tariffs on Monday. He argued that an upcoming "price shock" for the economy and possible bottlenecks will make the Americans to demand "a different approach" from the White House.

Criticism of Trump's statements about children and toys

In an interview with Kaitlan Collins from CNN, Pence Trump's recent statements were back, according to which children in the United States would have to make do with fewer toys.

The former Vice President, who held second position during Trump's first term, found that he sees some of Trump's actions as significant deviations from the successes of their common term. This includes the "fluctuating support for Ukraine" in the war against Russia and the "marginalization of the right to life", which Pence noticed in connection with the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

pence comments on his future role

While he observes Trump's return to power from the sidelines, Pence expressed his intention to publicly advocate these topics - partly so that Trump can hear arguments that are not addressed in his white house.

"Whatever the future has ready for me, I will try to be a consistent voice for the conservative values ​​that I don't just think they are the right policy for the Republican Party, but I also think that they are the best way for a boundless future for the American people," said Pence.

award for courage and responsibility

The comments of the former Vice President took place a day after receiving John F. Kennedy "Profile in Mut" Prize for his actions on January 6, 2021, the day when Trump supporters attacked the Capitol. Pence was faced with Trump's pressure to use his constitutional role in the counting of the election men in order to change the result of the 2020 presidential election.

In the interview that took place in the JFK Presidential Library in Boston, Pence expressed that Trump sent "the wrong message" by pardoning more than 1,000 supporters or mildening their punishments who became active during the riots in the Capitol.

The role of national security and tariffs

Pence emphasized that the trade strategy of the first Trump government-including the new negotiation of an agreement with Canada and Mexico as well as targeted tariffs on Chinese imports-was successful. However, he noted that Trump is now taking a completely different way.

"" I have concerns that if the president calls up to comprehensive tariffs against friends and enemies equally, which ultimately leads to the government drives politics that are not specifically directed against countries that have misused our trade relationships, but essentially represent a new industrial policy that will lead to inflation, which damages consumers and ultimately harms the American economy, "says Pence.

Why do tariffs not support American citizens

In view of the upcoming increase in tariffs, Pence also warned of possible price increases. "I have concerns that, as soon as the announced 90-day break, we ended on the high 'mutual' tariffs that I previously imposed, will experience a price shock in the economy," he said.

pence found that affordable toys are part of the American dream. "I have two adult daughters and three small grandchildren. Keeping the price for dolls affordable is really part of the American dream," he added. "I think the American people will see the consequences. I think you will ask for a different approach."

statement on Russia's aggression and the role of the USA

pence also commented on the position of the president against Russian President Vladimir Putin and said: "The past three years have taught us that Vladimir Putin does not want peace; he wants Ukraine." The United States should continue to lead the free world and the Ukraine should provide military support it needs to resist the Russian invasion.

concern about RFK Jr. as Minister of Health

In addition, Pence expressed concerns about Trump's appointment by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Minister of Health and Social Affairs. His concerns originally came from Kennedy's support for the right to uplift. "The idea that a Republican President would appoint a supporter of the right to dismissal as Minister of Health and Social Affairs is simply unacceptable for me," emphasized Pence.