Jan. 6 Committee Says Pence Rejected Trump Pressure

The transcript discusses the pressure exerted by Donald Trump on former Vice President Mike Pence to overturn the 2020 election results. It highlights Pence's constitutional role in overseeing the Electoral College vote count and his refusal to comply with Trump's demands, which was crucial in preserving democracy. The narrative also covers the events of January 6th, 2021, when a mob threatened Pence, and emphasizes the ongoing dangers to democracy.

What was Donald Trump attempting to do with the 2020 election results?

• He wanted to accept the results as they were.

• He aimed to pressure Mike Pence into overturning the results.

• He sought to delay the announcement of the results.

• He wanted to recount the votes himself.

What is the constitutional duty of the Vice President during the electoral process?

• To campaign for the President.

• To oversee the counting of Electoral College votes.

• To appoint the next Vice President.

• To declare the winner of the election.

What did Trump want Mike Pence to do that no other Vice President had done before?

• Reject the Electoral College votes.

• Announce a new election date.

• Count the votes himself.

• Appoint a new President.

How did Mike Pence respond to Trump's pressure?

• He agreed to Trump's demands.

• He resigned from his position.

• He resisted, knowing it was illegal.

• He sought advice from the Supreme Court.

What was the reaction of the mob when Pence refused to comply with Trump's scheme?

• They supported Pence's decision.

• They chanted 'Hang Mike Pence' and built a gallows.

• They chanted in favor of Trump.

• They dispersed peacefully.