Mike Pence Critiques Trump Administration's Departure from Conservative Principles

Former Vice President Mike Pence stated that President Donald Trump's second administration has strayed from traditional conservative principles. In an interview on NBC News' "Meet the Press," Pence expressed that the current administration is not committed to the conservative agenda historically associated with the Republican Party. He acknowledged Trump's popularity among Republican voters but emphasized the importance of adhering to core conservative values. Pence criticized the administration for its handling of abortion rights and the Justice Department's proposed "anti-weaponization fund," which he described as offensive. He suggested that the success of Republicans in upcoming elections would be influenced by the perceived extremism of Democrats.