Pence cleared by Justice Dept. in classified documents probe.

DOJ Concludes Investigation into Mishandling of Secret Papers at Pence’s Residence

Great news for former Vice President Mike Pence! The Justice Department has concluded its investigation into the suspected improper handling of secret papers discovered at his residence and will not file any charges. This comes just in time for Pence’s anticipated announcement that he will be running for president in 2024 next week.

According to a letter from the DOJ, “The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department’s National Security Division have conducted an investigation into the potential mishandling of classified information. Based on the results of that investigation, no criminal charges will be sought.”

“Let me be clear: Those classified documents should not have been in my personal residence,” Pence said. “Mistakes were made, and I take full responsibility.”

Following the exposure of secret materials in Joe Biden’s possession in Delaware, Pence had requested his counsel to review his files in January and discovered roughly a dozen items designated classified in the former vice president’s Indiana residence. Other materials were also found at the Naval Observatory, where he resided while serving as vice president as well as from a drawer in the West Wing office.

Although the former vice president claimed he was unaware the records were at his house, Pence acknowledged that “mistakes were made” and accepted responsibility. Stay informed and subscribe to our breaking news blasts directly to your inbox for free here.

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