Former VP Mike Pence Won't Endorse Trump in November
Pence Plans to Use His Political Group to Defend Reagan-Era Conservatism
Pence: 'I Cannot in Good Conscience Endorse Donald Trump'
Former Vice President Mike Pence said Friday that he cannot in good conscience endorse presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump in November.
Pence made the announcement in an interview with The New York Times, saying that he believes Trump is "unfit to be president." Pence also said that he plans to use his political group, Advancing American Freedom, to defend Reagan-era conservatism.
Pence's decision is a significant blow to Trump, who has been struggling to unite the Republican Party behind his candidacy. Pence was a popular figure among many Republicans, and his endorsement would have been a major boost for Trump.
In the interview, Pence said that he had "deep reservations" about Trump's "character and temperament." He also said that he believes Trump's policies would be "harmful to the country."
Pence's decision is likely to further divide the Republican Party. Many Republicans have already said that they will not support Trump in November, and Pence's announcement is likely to encourage others to do the same.
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