Pence’s Midterm Message Shows How His Future Depends On Trump’s Success

Vice President Mike Pence speaks during a campaign event for Pennsylvania congressional candidate Rick Saccone in February. Pence is playing a big role in Republicans’ midterm election campaign.

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In the shadow of President Trump’s raucous campaign rallies this midterm election season are dozens of quieter campaign events and fundraisers headlined by Vice President Pence.

He’s working to get Republicans elected this year, while quietly earning political capital that could help his own future.

At a weekend rally for South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster ahead of Tuesday’s GOP primary runoff, Pence touted Trump’s achievements in the same breath that he stumped for Republican candidates.