Former Vice President Mike Pence attended President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, signaling a reconciliation between the two after a rocky relationship following the Capitol riot in 2021. Pence had criticized Trump for putting his safety at risk during the riot, but the two were seen shaking hands and exchanging words recently. Pence, who still holds influence among social conservatives, emphasized the importance of celebrating democracy and the peaceful transfer of power during the inauguration. Despite dropping out of the GOP primary, Pence remains active in politics and has recently called on Trump to support Taiwan in the event of a Chinese invasion. The former vice president’s presence at the inauguration underscores Trump’s increasing favorability in Washington, despite past tensions between the two.
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Pence joins Trump at inauguration four years after January 6 uprising
