Former Vice President Mike Pence is positioning himself as a constructive force for the conservative agenda during President Donald Trump's second term, willing to challenge him on certain issues. Despite their public fallout after the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, Pence stated he would support the new Trump administration on agreed-upon matters but challenge others.
Pence's political advocacy group, Advancing American Freedom, spent nearly $1 million on ads opposing Trump's Health and Human Services Secretary nominee, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., citing concerns about his stance on abortion rights.
Advancing American Freedom President Tim Chapman emphasized the importance of speaking out on issues like the nomination of Kennedy Jr., stating that it is essential to uphold conservative principles.
The group aims to influence policy decisions by engaging in constructive dialogue with the administration, supporting initiatives they agree with while raising concerns about those they oppose.
Advancing American Freedom is currently lobbying against Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Trump's pick for labor secretary, and advocating for increased military spending, deficit reduction, and making the Trump 2017 tax cuts permanent.
Pence and his team are focused on promoting traditional conservative values and principles, emphasizing the need to balance support for the administration with constructive criticism when necessary.
Despite their differences, Pence and Trump have maintained a cordial relationship, with Pence expressing forgiveness and offering prayers for the former president.
In his interactions with Trump and members of the new administration, Pence has emphasized the importance of unity within the Republican Party and a commitment to upholding conservative ideals.
