Mike Pence declares that America has 'picked their new champion'

Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, the vice president-elect, took the stage at Donald Trump's victory party in New York City early Wednesday morning to introduce the next president. "This is a historic night," he said.

"The American people have spoken, and the American people have picked their new champion." Pence said. "I come to this moment deeply humbled." He also said he will be honored to serve under Trump, whose leadership "will make America great again."

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