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Trump calls Pence ‘human conveyor belt’ as he slams Jan. 6 committee

Former President Donald Trump disparaged his former vice president a day after the Jan. 6 committee held a hearing detailing his role in bucking the Trump plan to overturn the 2020 election results that certified President Biden’s victory.

Mr. Trump denied ever calling Mr. Pence a “wimp,” as alleged in Thursday’s hearing, but did reiterate his belief that his former No. 2 did not have the courage to object to Mr. Biden’s victory.

“Mike Pence had absolutely no choice but to be a human conveyor belt,” Mr. Trump said, referring to him certifying the Electoral College votes.