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

Mike Pence introduces President-elect Donald Trump

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last updated 9 November 2016

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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Peter has worked as a news and culture writer and editor at The Week since the site's launch in 2008. He covers politics, world affairs, religion and cultural currents. His journalism career began as a copy editor at a financial newswire and has included editorial positions at The New York Times Magazine, Facts on File, and Oregon State University.