(CNN) Several of President Donald Trump's top aides -- including national security adviser Robert O'Brien -- are considering resigning in the wake of his response to a pro-Trump mob breaching the US Capitol on Wednesday, according to multiple sources familiar with their thinking. O'Brien, deputy national security adviser Matt Pottinger and deputy chief of staff Chris Liddell are all considering resigning, according to the sources. O'Brien said Pence showed courage as Trump lambasted him. "I just spoke with Vice President Pence. I am proud to serve with him," O'Brien saidO'Brien, Pottinger and Liddle did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

Source: The Nation January 07, 2021 03:08 UTC