Former Vice President Mike Pence's actions leading up to and during the 2020 election certification process have come under scrutiny in a recent court filing by special counsel Jack Smith. The 165-page document provides a comprehensive account of the events surrounding the US Capitol riot and the strained relationship between Pence and former President Donald Trump.
The filing delves into various interactions between Trump and Pence, highlighting conversations where Pence attempted to console Trump and encourage him to accept his electoral defeat. Despite Pence's efforts to persuade Trump to acknowledge the election results, Trump continued to pressure Pence to overturn the certification.