Former VP Mike Pence on Lindsey Graham's Legacy, Ukraine and Iran

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  July 28, 2026 at 22:26  |  14:06  |  Bloomberg Markets
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Mike Pence — Former Vice President of the United States

Summary

Former VP Mike Pence reflects on Senator Lindsey Graham's foreign-policy legacy, advocating tough Russia sanctions and sustained Ukraine support. He discusses Iran military options, US-Israel ties, and defense funding. The conversation is heavily political with no direct investable trade ideas.

  • Pence honors Graham as a tenacious freedom advocate and key Ukraine ally.
  • He hopes the Senate passes a Russia sanctions package as the greatest tribute to Graham.
  • Pence notes Trump administration has leaned into Ukraine support with Patriot missile technology.
  • On Iran, he says the U.S. maintains force presence and may settle matters on the battlefield if talks fail.
  • He expresses confidence that the U.S. stands with Israel despite periodic friction.
  • Pence expects Republican majorities to fund defense through reconciliation.
  • He also comments on the attorney general nomination and the Save America Act.
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