Michael Pence

Michael Richard Pence (born June 7, 1959) is an American politician and lawyer serving as the 48th vice president of the United States since 2017. He previously served as the 50th governor of Indiana from 2013 to 2017 and a member of the United States House of Representatives from 2001 to 2013.

Born in Columbus, Indiana, Pence graduated from Hanover College and earned a law degree from the Robert H. McKinney School of Law before entering private practice. After losing two bids for Congress in 1988 and 1990 he became a conservative radio talk show host until 1999 when he ran again for Congress this time winning his seat. While representing Indiana’s 2nd congressional district Pence supported President George W Bush’s military initiatives abroad while also advocating fiscal discipline at home including passing several budgets with no increases in taxes or spending cuts that would target programs such as Social Security or Medicare This combination helped him become one of Washington D C’s most popular Republicans among conservatives who viewed him favorably due to his staunchly pro-life stance on abortion rights As chairperson for The Republican Study Committee during part if his tenure in congress pence pushed legislation which included measures promoting school vouchers increased restrictions on federal funding towards Planned Parenthood faith based initiative proposals ,and concessions regarding health care reform bills In 2012 pences successful campaign led by becoming Governor Of indiana His term was marked by economic growth within state limits largely through tax incentives offered to companies investing into local infrastructure And job creation this however came under criticism doe its lack focus On social issues such As same sex marriage Which had been banned within state jurisdictions while governor pence Also faced intense scrutiny over signing off rhe religious freedom restoration act Allowing businesses To turn away customers Based soley Upon religion However after heavy backlash both domestically nd Internationally The bill Was amended To protect individuals Against discrimination

In 2016 Donald Trump then Presumptive republican presidential nominee Picked Mike Pence Vice Presidential running mate During Their Campaign Together They advocated For lower taxes Increased Military Spending Repealing Obamacare Immigration Reform Nd more restrictive gun Control Laws Following their victory at thee ballots VP elect mike pence vowed “to bring real change That rebuildS America Now stronger than ever Before ” Currently Serving Under President trump Mike pence Has Been An outspoken Supporter Of many administration policies Such AS Tax Reform Americas Renewed Global Leadership Role Nd Health Care Efforts