Pence Warns GOP of Drift from Traditional Conservatism, Criticises Trump Policies

Former Vice President Mike Pence has condemned what he calls a shift away from core conservative principles under President Trump. He issued the warning while promoting his new book on the future of conservatism. Pence argued that policies like broad tariffs, government intervention, price controls and the failure to restrict abortion pills contradict historic conservative values. He said Trump’s populist approach threatens the party’s commitment to limited government, free markets and traditional social values. Speaking on a major Sunday news programme, Pence described a growing battle within the Republican Party between traditional conservatives and the rising populist right. He warned that embracing the latter could harm both the party and the country. Looking ahead to the midterms, Pence stopped short of backing specific candidates but insisted that a clear conservative agenda is vital for Republican success in the Senate and the House.

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