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Donald Trump and Mike Pence speak for first time since US Capitol riots
US President Donald Trump and Vice-President Mike Pence have spoken for the first time since last week’s deadly riots at the US Capitol, according to a senior administration official.
Key points:
- The President and Vice-President are reported to have discussed the week ahead and reflected on their accomplishments
- The House is preparing to cast a vote calling on Mike Pence to remove the President
- Mr Pence has signalled he has no intention of doing this, and some Republicans are reportedly seeking a different option
The two met on Monday evening local time in the Oval Office and had a “good conversation”, the official said.
It was their first time they spoke since last Wednesday, when Mr Trump’s supporters stormed the Capitol building as Mr…
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