PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Vice President Mike Pence came to Portsmouth to visit the US Coast Guard Base on Wednesday.
The Vice President received a briefing from the Department of Homeland Security Joint Task Force-East, Joint Task Force-West and Joint Task Force-Investigations.
His briefing focused on the Department of Homeland Security Joint Task Force efforts to address border security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks related to transnational criminal organizations.
After the briefing, the Vice President toured the US Coast Guard Cutter BEAR, and deliver formal remarks to the crew and Joint Task Force members before returning to Washington D.C.
During his remarks, Pence highlighted the importance of protecting our borders. View the full press conference below:
Vice President Pence came and left Portsmouth on Air Force Two.