Speaking in Arizona, he said departments are not the problem amid calls to defund the police.
Pence accepted the endorsement of President Trump's reelection by the Arizona Police Association.
The Vice President applauded local officers for their work in the community and personnel across the nation.
Pence also credited Governor Doug Ducey and residents for their work to control coronavirus outbreaks despite nearly 190-thousand infections statewide.
Pence says Americans should thank law enforcement for their work during the coronavirus pandemic, and the administration has always supported police.
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