Trump’s lawyer claims Pence’s testimony may clear Trump in Jan. 6 case.

Former President Donald Trump’s Attorney Welcomes Mike Pence’s Testimony

Attorney​ John Lauro, representing former President Donald Trump, expressed ‍his enthusiasm for former Vice President Mike Pence’s upcoming testimony. Lauro‍ believes that Pence’s testimony could play a ‍crucial role in ⁤proving Trump’s ​innocence in a case regarding potential crimes committed during efforts to ‍challenge⁢ the results of the 2020 election.

Key Testimony Expected

During an interview on CBS’ “Face the Nation” on Sunday, Lauro emphasized the significance of Pence’s testimony. ⁢He ‌stated that Trump’s defense team eagerly anticipates the former vice president’s account, as it has the potential to provide vital evidence in support of Trump’s innocence.

“Face the Nation” host, John Dickerson, asked Lauro about⁢ the ⁣defense team’s‌ strategy and whether they plan to argue that⁢ Trump’s actions were protected by the First Amendment. Lauro confirmed that the defense team would indeed present this argument, but he also⁢ stressed the importance of Pence’s testimony in bolstering their case.

Challenging the Election Results

The case revolves around allegations that Trump committed crimes while attempting to challenge the outcome of the 2020 election. Lauro’s remarks indicate that the defense team believes Pence’s testimony could ​shed‌ light on Trump’s intentions and actions during this period.

Lauro’s statement on national television underscores the significance of​ Pence’s testimony and the potential impact⁣ it could have on the⁤ outcome of the case. As the legal proceedings continue, ‍all eyes will be on Pence as he takes the stand and provides his account of the events.

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