Former Vice President Mike Pence has launched a blistering critique of prominent America First figures, including Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Tucker Carlson, and WarRoom host Stephen K. Bannon, as he promoted his new book on conservative values. The remarks were made during an interview on November 4, 2025, where Pence emphasized his vision for the Republican Party’s future.
Pence accused the individuals of undermining traditional conservatism, citing their alignment with isolationist policies and criticism of U.S. support for Israel. He specifically condemned Kennedy, a former Democrat, labeling him “pro-abortion” despite no evidence of such policies in office. Pence also criticized President Donald J. Trump’s tariffs, which he claimed harmed American workers, and lambasted the shift toward “isolationist views” within the Republican Party, particularly regarding U.S. involvement in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
A key statement from Pence asserted, “There’s no room in the conservative movement for opposing American support for Israel, and there’s absolutely no room in the conservative movement for antisemitism.” He further claimed that support for Israel and Jewish communities has been intrinsic to American values since the nation’s founding, despite historical inaccuracies.
Pence’s remarks come as he prepares to release his book, What Conservatives Believe: Rediscovering the Conservative Conscience, which positions him as a defender of mainstream conservatism against what he describes as radical factions. His comments reflect ongoing tensions within the Republican Party over foreign policy and ideological direction.
