For months, former Vice President Mike Pence had been grappling with a difficult reality, one he had hoped to avoid. As he stood before the cameras, his expression was solemn,his usual composed demeanor shaken.

With tears brimming in his eyes, he took a deep breath before making the heartbreaking announcement.

The weight of his words hung heavy in the air, leaving the room in stunned silence.

This was not just another political statement—it was deeply personal, a moment of raw vulnerability that few had ever witnessed from him.