Mike Pence says his family was endangered by Donald Trump at Capitol riot

Mr Pence’s remarks were the sharpest condemnation yet from the once-loyal lieutenant who has often shied away from confronting his former boss.

Donald Trump and Mike Pence (Niall Carson/Dominic Lipinski/PA)

Former US vice president Mike Pence harshly criticised former president Donald Trump for his role in the January 6 riot at the US Capitol, widening the rift between the two men as they prepare to battle over the Republican nomination in next year’s election.

“President Trump was wrong,” Mr Pence said during remarks at the annual white-tie Gridiron Dinner attended by politicians and journalists.