Pence accepts VP nomination as Cruz steals spotlight

Published July 21, 2016 3:30am ET



CLEVELAND — Indiana Gov. Mike Pence used his time in the spotlight at the GOP convention to balance Donald Trump’s larger-than-life personality with a message of humility, right after Texas Sen. Ted Cruz roiled the proceedings with his non-endorsement of Trump.

“I am deeply humbled by your confidence, and on behalf of my family here and gone, I accept your nomination to run and serve as vice president of the United States of America,” Pence said to thunderous applause.

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