JD Vance

2024 - 11 - 6

JD Vance: America's Next VP or Just Trash Talk?

2024 Elections - Donald Trump - JD Vance - Kamala Harris - Ohio politics - Political Commentary - Republican Party - Usha Vance - Vice President-elect

JD Vance casts his vote and the future is looking bright for him and Trump! But wait, what did he really call Kamala Harris?

In a buzzing rally that had supporters clamoring with excitement, Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance, hailing from Middletown, Ohio, recently proclaimed a forecast of victory for himself and former President Donald Trump. Vance, who has been a vocal advocate for the MAGA movement, believes that their return to the White House is on the horizon. He wasn't shy to express his confidence, stating, "I feel good about this race" after casting his ballot in Cincinnati—an early signal that he’s ready for the General Election that could put him to the forefront of U.S. politics.

Trump's campaigning is touching down in a country divided, with Vance assertively pushing the narrative that if voters make the “wrong choice,” they might find themselves with Kamala Harris as vice president. However, his unique style has raised eyebrows and garnered attention when he referred to Harris as “trash” during a last-minute campaign address in Arizona. The comment wasn’t just an off-the-cuff remark, as it gained significant traction online, catching the ire of political figures including Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who was quick to respond.

Amid this vibrant political landscape, JD Vance has firmly positioned himself as a prominent voice for conservative populism, appealing to a wide array of voters who feel disconnected from the mainstream political elite. His rise as Trump's right-hand man showcases a shift in the Republican Party that looks to reclaim the enthusiasm of the electorate. It's clear that Vance understands the stakes of this election, remarking on the importance of participating in democracy—a sentiment that resonates as voters flood to the polls.

As the electoral drama unfolds, Vance's journey from a small town to potentially the White House speaks to a broader narrative of political change in America. With the election just around the corner, many speculate that the duo of Trump and Vance may transform U.S. politics as we know it. Will he turn the tides in a tight race, or will his controversial remarks come back to haunt him? Regardless, JD Vance’s rise has certainly put him on many radars, leaving voters with much to consider.

Fun fact: JD Vance gained fame from his 2016 memoir *Hillbilly Elegy*, where he chronicles his roots and the struggles of rural America. Also, if elected VP, Vance will join an exclusive club of young vice presidents, standing alongside figures like Al Gore and Joe Biden, highlighting a generational shift in U.S. leadership. With the election promising to be a showdown and a spectacle, every word uttered by candidates like Vance can swing the public's perception dramatically!

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JD Vance is forecasting a win for him and Trump in a speech to ... (WWNO)

Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, speaks as Republican Presidential nominee former President Donald Trump and former first lady ...

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Republican VP nominee JD Vance casts ballot in Cincinnati (WLWT Cincinnati)

Republican vice presidential nominee and Middletown native JD Vance cast his general election ballot Tuesday morning in Cincinnati.

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Middletown native JD Vance is the next Vice President of the United ... (WCPO)

MIDDLETOWN, Ohio — JD Vance will join Donald Trump in the White House as his vice president. Decision Desk HQ projected Trump to be re-elected early ...

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JD Vance votes at Cincinnati church: 'Let's get this election over the ... (Cincinnati.com)

Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance cast an Election Day vote on Tuesday at his polling place in Cincinnati.

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JD Vance says 'I feel good about this race' after voting for Trump in ... (Hindustan Times)

The GOP vice presidential nominee acknowledged that the 2024 race is closely divided, noting that should Americans “vote the wrong way” and elect Kamala Harris, ...

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Vice presidential candidate JD Vance casts his vote on Election Day ... (USA TODAY)

Video shows Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance voting in Ohio on Election Day which kicked off Tuesday morning.

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US Elections 2024: Republican V-P nominee JD Vance cast his ... (Business Standard)

Following casting his vote, Vance told the reporters present there that he was thankful to those who came out to vote and also to witness "one of the great ...

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'JD Vance is a bit of a populist' says a member of 'Republicans ... (FRANCE 24)

A presidential campaign marked by upheaval and rancor approached its finale Tuesday as voters weighed a stark choice for the nation's future in deciding ...

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AOC chimes in after JD Vance refers to Kamala Harris as 'trash' (Fox News)

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez commented after Sen. JD Vance called Vice President Kamala Harris "trash."

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Tuesday's Campaign Round-Up, 11.4.24: JD Vance calls Harris 'trash' (MSNBC)

* At his final campaign event in Arizona, Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance told supporters, “[H]ere in our movement, we love every citizen of this ...

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JD Vance, Trump's MAGA Successor, Will Be One of America's ... (The New York Times)

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Trump critic turned ally JD Vance elected vice president, offering ... (CNN)

Just two years after winning his first run for political office, Ohio Sen. JD Vance is set to become vice president — ushering a new generation into power ...

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JD Vance projected to become next vice president of the United States (WLWT Cincinnati)

Donald Trump is projected to have won the presidential race, defeating Kamala Harris, NBC News projects, making Ohio Sen. JD Vance the projected vice ...

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'Involved in everything': JD Vance heads to White House expecting ... (USA TODAY)

At just 40 years old, Vance will be one of the youngest vice presidents in American history.

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JD Vance, a Cincinnati resident and Middletown native, to be next ... (Cincinnati.com)

JD Vance winning vice president is the closest a Greater Cincinnatian has gotten to the country's highest office in years.

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Sen. JD Vance will be vice president. Here's what's next for his Ohio ... (Cincinnati.com)

Gov. Mike DeWine will appoint someone to replace Ohio Sen. JD Vance after he resigns to become vice president.

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Trump gives shoutout to 'Vice President-elect' JD Vance, his wife ... (Hindustan Times)

I want to be the first one to congratulate, now I can say Vice President-elect JD Vance. And his remarkable and beautiful wife, Usha Vance,” said Trump.

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What happens to J.D. Vance's Senate seat now that he is projected ... (WLWT Cincinnati)

Donald Trump is projected to have won the presidential race, defeating Kamala Harris, AP and NBC News project, making Ohio Sen. JD Vance the projected vice ...

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What happens to Ohio's Senate seat when JD Vance becomes VP? (10TV)

Former President Donald Trump and Sen. JD Vance have been projected to win the 2024 presidential election.

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Who will take JD Vance's Senate seat? - Live Updates - POLITICO (Politico)

Once Vance resigns, Ohio Republican Gov. Mike DeWine — himself a former senator — will get to appoint an interim replacement to take over Vance's seat until a ...

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Trump win is 'greatest political comeback' says JD Vance (BBC News)

The Republican nominee for vice president JD Vance addresses a rally of Donald Trump supporters.

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JD Vance is the second-youngest vice president-elect. Trump is the ... (WWNO)

Donald Trump, 78, will be the nation's oldest president. In 2020, 77-year-old Joe Biden won the election and celebrated his 78th birthday a few weeks later.

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JD Vance will be vice president: What's next for his Ohio Senate seat (USA TODAY)

Gov. Mike DeWine will appoint someone to replace Ohio Sen. JD Vance after he resigns to become vice president.

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DeWine will appoint new senator to replace Vance (Axios)

This is a rare opportunity for Republican hopefuls who are jockeying for the seat.

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Where will Cincinnati resident JD Vance call home once he's vice ... (Cincinnati.com)

Cincinnati resident JD Vance is now the vice president-elect. So where will he and his family live when he is sworn in? Here's what to know.

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'Too big to rig:' JD Vance's mom reacts to his vice presidential win (Cincinnati.com)

The Enquirer's requests for a statement from Aikins and Vance's campaign were not immediately returned. Beverly Aikins, mother of Vice presidential candidate JD ...

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Here's how VP-elect JD Vance's Senate seat will be filled (Fox News)

With Sen. JD Vance poised to take on the role of vice president, here is how the state will fill the looming Senate vacancy.

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JD Vance's critics thought he was a joke. His political ruthlessness ... (The Guardian)

The Ohio senator is the real deal in Trump world and is now only a heartbeat away from the presidency.

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'THANK YOU': JD Vance releases first statement after becoming ... (WLWT Cincinnati)

Just before 5:30 a.m. Wednesday morning, NBC News called the 2024 Presidential election for the Republican ticket of Donald Trump and Ohio Senator JD Vance.

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JD Vance's wife, Usha Vance, set to become history-making second ... (ABC News)

With Ohio Sen. JD Vance set to become the next vice president, Usha Vance is set to be the first Indian American second lady in the White House.

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Trump critic-turned-ally JD Vance elected vice president, offering ... (RNZ)

Vance, 40, was the first millennial on a major US party's presidential ticket and will become the third-youngest vice president in American history.

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JD Vance, Trump's running mate, to be one of US' youngest vice ... (Business Standard)

US' 50th vice president will be sworn in just two years after assuming his first public office as a senator from Ohio.

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JD Vance and Donald Trump bet on each other and won (The Washington Post)

Trump, speaking early Wednesday morning, said that Vance was particularly “feisty,” praising his appearances on mainstream television news.

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Who could take over JD Vance's Senate seat? (WLWT Cincinnati)

Now that Ohio Sen. JD Vance will be on his way to the White House, there is growing chatter about who will be selected to fill his Senate shoes.

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Who will replace Senator JD Vance in Ohio? (NewsNation Now)

Vance's Senate term ran until 2028 · Ohio governor will select a temporary replacement · Special election will determine the final choice.

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JD Vance: Who is Trump's pro-Israel vice president-elect? (Middle East Eye)

US senator has expressed eclectic views on the Middle East but they are all backstopped with strong support for Israel.

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Neighbors react to Ohio Sen. JD Vance becoming Vice President-elect (WLWT Cincinnati)

Reactions are pouring in tonight as JD Vance gears up to become America's next vice president.

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JD Vance once compared Trump to Hitler. Now, he's his vice ... (The Japan Times)

Eight years ago, in the lead-up to the 2016 presidential election, JD Vance was a bitter critic of Donald Trump. Publicly, he called the Republican ...

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What happens to JD Vance's Senate seat now that he is projected to be vice president? (WVTM13)

Donald Trump is projected to have won the 2024 presidential election, making Ohio Sen. JD Vance the vice president-elect of the United States. The Republican lawmaker rose in the ranks this past year to the shortlist of picks to be Trump's running mate ...

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JD Vance's wife, Usha Vance, set to become first Indian American ... (Fox News)

Usha Vance, the daughter of Indian immigrants, is set to be the first Indian American second lady in the White House after Trump and Vance won the ...

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