Pence: Trump 'Strongly' Encouraged Me To Endorse Ryan

With strong backing from Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, vice-presidential candidate Gov. Mike Pence told Fox News in a phone interview he “strongly” backs House Republican leader Speaker Paul Ryan for reelection and said Trump himself encouraged Pence to support him, Politico reported Wednesday. I strongly support Paul Ryan, strongly endorse his reelection. I believe we need Paul Ryan in leadership in the Congress of the United States to rebuild our military, to strengthen our economy and to ensure that we have the kind of leadership in this country that will make America great again.” – Indiana Gov. Mike Pence The Indiana governor called Ryan a “longtime friend” and “strong...