Trump’s Indifferent Reaction to Pence’s Safety During Jan. 6 Riots Revealed in New Jack Smith Docs

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Former U.S. attorney outlines 3 key things Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump accomplishes
Jack Smith’s latest revelations expose Donald Trump’s indifference during the January 6 chaos, leaving even his vice president’s safety in jeopardy. SAUL LOEBEVA MARIE UZCATEGUI/AFP via Getty Images

Former U.S. Attorney Jack Smith's latest revelations expose a indifference from former President Donald Trump as chaos unfolded on January 6, leaving even his own Vice President, Mike Pence's safety hanging in the balance.

A newly released indictment sheds fresh light on the critical hours surrounding the January 6 riots, exposing troubling details about Donald Trump's role as chaos engulfed the Capitol.

The documents detail Trump receiving information that then-VP Pence had been taken to a "secure location".

"So what?" Trump responded callously upon hearing the news, according to the document.

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