Former Vice President Pence Rules Out 2028 Presidential Run, Plans Conservative Policy Focus

Former Vice President Mike Pence has ruled out running for president again, stating he does not see a future presidential run but intends to remain a voice for conservative values and policies grounded in the U.S. Constitution. Despite an unsuccessful 2024 presidential bid marked by low polling and fundraising challenges, Pence expressed pride in the accomplishments of the Trump-Pence administration, including strengthening the military, reviving the economy, and appointing conservative judges. He emphasized his commitment to championing conservative causes through other means, such as his think tank Advancing American Freedom, while declining to comment on potential successors to Donald Trump. Pence's stance has drawn mixed reactions given his refusal to challenge the 2020 election results on January 6, 2021, which some view as a betrayal of the conservative movement. While he aims to continue influencing conservative policy, his political relevance appears diminished, with critics doubting any future presidential viability. Pence also declined to rule out running again for vice president but stated he has no current plans to do so.