Best Podcast Episodes About JD Vance
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Updated: Apr 02, 2026 – 44 episodes
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“… you out in a storm and making money off of it himself. as he day trades away as a member of Congress. Boom roasted. Finally, this one's for me, J.D. Vance. Oh, gosh, that's a tough one. It's a real tough one. You know, he came to the district recently, and I'm happy for him to keep coming back. You want to see more of J.D. Vance in your district? I am happy to see more of J.D. Vance. You don't think like the hall monitor vibe of telling people, you know, exactly how, you know, they need to work harder in order to you know How many Barbies do you get for Jay Like how do you get to children like …”
“… to their landlords I guess, to pay their rent. This guy could not be more out of touch. And we have to continue to make sure people tie together that he is cutting their health care, cutting funding for schools, cutting FEMA and our ability to help you out in a storm and making money off of it himself. as he day trades away as a member of Congress. Boom roasted. Finally, this one's for me, J.D. Vance. Oh, gosh, that's a tough one. It's a real tough one. You know, he came to the district recently, and I'm happy for him to keep coming back. You want to see more of J.D. Vance in your district? I am happy to see more of J.D. Vance. You don't think like the hall monitor vibe of telling people, you know, exactly how, you know, they need to work harder in order to you know How many Barbies do you get for Jay Like how do you get to children like share one doll and doll and two crayons You get two or three dolls You don think that his book the Appalachian book is resonating Yeah. You know, I did. I scanned my email and I did get an email from Barnes and Noble touting the book. And I was, you know, I'm eager to read it. I just can't wait. We'll see. All right. This is Jade Events. Appreciate …”
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Paige Cognetti delivers sharp roasts of her opponent Rob Bresnahan and J.D. Vance during a lively campaign discussion. She highlights Bresnahan's disconnect with constituents and critiques Vance's recent visit to the district, all while showcasing her own relatable campaign style. This humorous exchange not only entertains but also underscores the competitive nature of local politics.
“It's funny. When I watch Vance versus I watch Rubio, this is the vibe I get. I get a vibe of a guy that is making all his moves so calculated for career advancement versus a guy that's doing what he thinks is the right thing to do because he believes it. So let me give you the difference. I've worked with a lot of guys from both ends. I don't know if you understand what I'm saying, Tom. I know exactly what you're saying, and I'm with you. One guy is doing his job, and he …”
“It's funny. When I watch Vance versus I watch Rubio, this is the vibe I get. I get a vibe of a guy that is making all his moves so calculated for career advancement versus a guy that's doing what he thinks is the right thing to do because he believes it. So let me give you the difference. I've worked with a lot of guys from both ends. I don't know if you understand what I'm saying, Tom. I know exactly what you're saying, and I'm with you. One guy is doing his job, and he believes it. The other guy is positioning his best. So I think JD right now is, you know, this phone call that was made is like, hey, make the phone call, leak it to the press. Leak it to the press. Why? Because he wants the non-interventionist, those guys who say, oh, wow, that's my guy that did this. Where Rubio, honestly, who do you think is more …”
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J.D. Vance's recent political maneuvers may be more about career advancement than genuine belief, contrasting sharply with Marco Rubio's steadfastness. As the 2028 primaries loom, Vance's strategy appears opportunistic, risking backlash from influential figures like Trump. This dynamic reveals the complexities of political alliances and the motivations behind public statements in a divided political landscape.
“… play with my bubble wand. You know, whatever's going on behind the scenes of these people, right? Whatever's, you know, whatever's happening. J.D. Vance said he was gay growing up, right? J.D. Vance in high school, gay man, or gay teenager. I think that's what he said in his book, right? And then he said he did conversion therapy and then realized he's not gay. And then he became anti-gay. And that's what I just, don't be anti-gay. Why are you going to be anti-gay when you grew up and you said you were gay and now you're going to tell people that, you know, whatever, you know. And look, if you …”
“… These are always the people who behind the scenes are into the bimbification or what. Lindsey Graham in Disneyland with his bubble wand and he waves the bubble wand around. He's like, yeah, we're going to blow them up to smithereens. Now let me play with my bubble wand. You know, whatever's going on behind the scenes of these people, right? Whatever's, you know, whatever's happening. J.D. Vance said he was gay growing up, right? J.D. Vance in high school, gay man, or gay teenager. I think that's what he said in his book, right? And then he said he did conversion therapy and then realized he's not gay. And then he became anti-gay. And that's what I just, don't be anti-gay. Why are you going to be anti-gay when you grew up and you said you were gay and now you're going to tell people that, you know, whatever, you know. And look, if you are into the – yeah. I just – my whole view of all of this is stay the hell out of our private lives. And these people who pretend to be like, oh, I'm holier than thou and men and women's sports and we can't have these types of people and that people. Like they're always the ones behind the scenes who are doing the bimbification and the this and …”
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Trump's foreign policy has shattered basic humanity, leading to tragic consequences like the bombing of a gymnasium filled with children instead of military targets. This highlights the need for compassion and understanding in discussions about marginalized communities and international conflicts. We must prioritize human lives over political gamesmanship.
“… have you not seen your own vice president in months or something has it just been Marco Rubio and you the White House including Vice President J Vance I think J is J here Where J Oh J He lost weight This dude has not seen J.D. Vance in months. I'm going to tell you right now, this dude has not seen J.D. Vance in months. He's surprised to see him. He's surprised to see how much weight his own vice president lost, and he's only been spending time with Marco Rubio, Stephen Miller and the people around him. Only confirming my theory that Donald Trump doesn't really give a shit about J.D. Vance. I …”
“it's like it's the first time he's seen the guy in months and then he goes wow J.D.'s lost a lot of weight like have you not seen your own vice president in months or something has it just been Marco Rubio and you the White House including Vice President J Vance I think J is J here Where J Oh J He lost weight This dude has not seen J.D. Vance in months. I'm going to tell you right now, this dude has not seen J.D. Vance in months. He's surprised to see him. He's surprised to see how much weight his own vice president lost, and he's only been spending time with Marco Rubio, Stephen Miller and the people around him. Only confirming my theory that Donald Trump doesn't really give a shit about J.D. Vance. I think if Trump knows one thing, he doesn't know much, but if he knows one thing, it's like who looks good on TV and who doesn't look good on TV? Who performs on TV?”
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Donald Trump seems shocked by J.D. Vance's weight loss, suggesting he hasn't seen his own vice president in months. This raises questions about Trump's genuine interest in Vance, as he appears more focused on who looks good on TV than on personal connections. The moment highlights a broader issue of priorities within Trump's circle.
“But if everything that J.D. Vance said were true and Netanyahu called up Trump and he said, look, you got to go in there, Donald. my guys tell me that the resistance is going to just, you know, just flower, flourish once you get rid of that command. And Trump said, really? Okay. Well, any president, Trump included, then would call up John Radcliffe. What do we have on this? Is this true? Tulsi Gabbard. Is this true? U.S. Pentagon intelligence. Is this true? And there's 17 …”
“But if everything that J.D. Vance said were true and Netanyahu called up Trump and he said, look, you got to go in there, Donald. my guys tell me that the resistance is going to just, you know, just flower, flourish once you get rid of that command. And Trump said, really? Okay. Well, any president, Trump included, then would call up John Radcliffe. What do we have on this? Is this true? Tulsi Gabbard. Is this true? U.S. Pentagon intelligence. Is this true? And there's 17 agencies. And he would call them up and verify it because it's our sovereign decision. You don't blame a foreign country for offering an assessment that you now post facto find less than persuasive. And anyway, I thought that was kind of inappropriate myself. Yeah. Even if it wasn't true, Victor, that the cause for attacking is that they're at a point …”
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Vice President JD Vance confronted Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu over misleading information that painted an overly optimistic picture of resistance during military operations. This unexpected call raises questions about whether a vice president can directly engage a head of state without presidential approval, highlighting the complexities of U.S.-Israel relations. Vance's critique reflects a growing frustration with political narratives that mislead the public.
“… controversial obviously given the role. I want to ask you one other thing. So I'm not going to play it, but Harry Anton did another thing on J.D. Vance versus himself and his 2028 odds. And he showed that Vance had fallen from 53 percent odds. It wasn't a poll. It was like a poly market thing. Fifty three percent likelihood of becoming the nominee six months ago to, he says, 37 percent today. And again, that's not a poll. That's like you go to poly market or one of these betting sites. And, you know, when people have to put money behind it, the theory is that it'll accurately reflect what the …”
“… for sure I was going to say I mean I like the guy He done a hell of a job when people didn even know who he was before he took the office I know. And like he's managed to keep the president happy and not have a full revolt in the House, but he's now controversial obviously given the role. I want to ask you one other thing. So I'm not going to play it, but Harry Anton did another thing on J.D. Vance versus himself and his 2028 odds. And he showed that Vance had fallen from 53 percent odds. It wasn't a poll. It was like a poly market thing. Fifty three percent likelihood of becoming the nominee six months ago to, he says, 37 percent today. And again, that's not a poll. That's like you go to poly market or one of these betting sites. And, you know, when people have to put money behind it, the theory is that it'll accurately reflect what the public sentiment is. That's it's probably not a great time to ask that question, right? Because the Trump administration's fortunes aren't favored at the moment, given everything that's going on. But is there any doubt in your mind that J.D. Vance will be the next nominee, Andrew? Because I feel like for me, I have no I have no doubt that unless he …”
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JD Vance faces a critical challenge in winning over the MAGA base, especially as he navigates the complexities of his loyalty to Trump amid ongoing war controversies. With America First supporters demanding a fresh face for 2028, Vance must distance himself from Trump while reaffirming his non-interventionist stance. The outcome of the current war will significantly impact his presidential aspirations and how he positions himself in the coming months.
“… reportedly hitting a diplomatic wall. With CNN and The Guardian now reporting that Tehran has indicated it would prefer talks with Vice President J Vance You recall it was Whitcoff and Kushner who met with Iran in February right before the U and Israel launched strikes President Trump issued a 10 pause to postpone planned strikes on Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure. This remains a truly once-in-a-generation opportunity for the regime to make a good deal with the United States, permanently abandon their nuclear ambitions, and stop acting as the world's leading state sponsor of …”
“President Trump's past emissaries, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, are reportedly hitting a diplomatic wall. With CNN and The Guardian now reporting that Tehran has indicated it would prefer talks with Vice President J Vance You recall it was Whitcoff and Kushner who met with Iran in February right before the U and Israel launched strikes President Trump issued a 10 pause to postpone planned strikes on Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure. This remains a truly once-in-a-generation opportunity for the regime to make a good deal with the United States, permanently abandon their nuclear ambitions, and stop acting as the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism. If the Iranians reject this golden opportunity, the greatest military in the history of the world continues to stand by to provide President Trump with every option available to ensure this regime continues to pay a grave price. One way or another, Iran will no longer have the credible ability to threaten the United States or our allies, …”
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Iran faces a pivotal moment as U.S. military pressure mounts, with reports suggesting they prefer negotiations with Vice President J Vance. As President Trump considers options to escalate or de-escalate, the regime's future hinges on whether they seize this opportunity to abandon their nuclear ambitions. Failure to act could lead to severe consequences for Iran, as the U.S. military remains poised to respond decisively.
“The annual Conservative Political Action Committee, or CPAC, straw poll for the Republican presidential primary is out. J.D. Vance coming in first place with 53 percent, followed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio at 35. Rubio's support surging compared to 2025 when he was at 3 percent. Vance also winning last year's poll at 61 percent. Reuters reporting this week that Mr. Trump has been asking his allies and advisors about who would be a better successor as the Republican Party's standard bearer, with the president asking, quote, J.D. or Marco. Reuters reporting, quote, …”
“The annual Conservative Political Action Committee, or CPAC, straw poll for the Republican presidential primary is out. J.D. Vance coming in first place with 53 percent, followed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio at 35. Rubio's support surging compared to 2025 when he was at 3 percent. Vance also winning last year's poll at 61 percent. Reuters reporting this week that Mr. Trump has been asking his allies and advisors about who would be a better successor as the Republican Party's standard bearer, with the president asking, quote, J.D. or Marco. Reuters reporting, quote, some see signs of Trump leaning toward Rubio, but note he could change his mind quickly. Here's what the president had to say to NBC News about Rubio and Vance on February 4th. You've suggested that J.D. Vance, Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio would be a tough ticket to beat. Who should be at the top of that ticket? Well, …”
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In a surprising twist, Trump is weighing whether J.D. Vance or Marco Rubio should lead the Republican ticket in the upcoming presidential primary. This comes as Vance tops the recent CPAC straw poll with 53%, while Rubio's support has surged from just 3% in 2025 to 35%. With both candidates yet to announce their intentions, the GOP landscape could shift dramatically in the coming months.
“Anyway, as you know, J.D. Vance is now going to head up this anti-fraud task force. That's where Trump is having him focus his energies on. And here is Vance flat out saying that Ilhan committed immigration fraud. So we actually think that Ilhan Omar definitely committed immigration fraud against the United States of America. And I talked to Steve Miller about this actually recently. We're trying to look at what the remedies are. That's the thing that we're trying to figure …”
“Anyway, as you know, J.D. Vance is now going to head up this anti-fraud task force. That's where Trump is having him focus his energies on. And here is Vance flat out saying that Ilhan committed immigration fraud. So we actually think that Ilhan Omar definitely committed immigration fraud against the United States of America. And I talked to Steve Miller about this actually recently. We're trying to look at what the remedies are. That's the thing that we're trying to figure out is what are the legal remedies now that we know that she's committed immigration fraud? How do you go after her? How do you investigate her? How do you actually do the thing? How do you build the case necessary to get some justice for the American people? There's a related issue, Benny, which is she has been at the center of a lot of the worst …”
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J.D. Vance is leading an anti-fraud task force and claims that Ilhan Omar committed immigration fraud against the United States. This revelation raises questions about legal remedies and how to investigate her actions, especially given her connections to fraudsters in the Somali community. The implications of these allegations could significantly impact public trust and accountability.
“… I want to preserve the coalition. I want the coalition to last because I think that formula, I think what President Trump and Vice President Vance ran on in 24 is the right message. It is the right formula for America and for our country. But we've got to be serious. If we promised to deliver and we didn't deliver, we've got to be serious about that. And we've got to show people that we're going to correct that. I don't think there's any coalition left. I don't disagree with you. I don't disagree with you. The formula they made in 2024, though, shows that it can be done. And going after …”
“… the popular vote um i think over the course of the last year that coalition has been very very fractured and people will say I'm fracturing the coalition right now. I'm not fracturing the coalition. The coalition is very fractured because of our actions. I want to preserve the coalition. I want the coalition to last because I think that formula, I think what President Trump and Vice President Vance ran on in 24 is the right message. It is the right formula for America and for our country. But we've got to be serious. If we promised to deliver and we didn't deliver, we've got to be serious about that. And we've got to show people that we're going to correct that. I don't think there's any coalition left. I don't disagree with you. I don't disagree with you. The formula they made in 2024, though, shows that it can be done. And going after the deep state, we haven't seen one indictment. We haven't seen anything, nothing. We've seen look the other way. Are we still talking about Jeffrey Epstein? That's what we see. No, the CIA, the FBI, all these powerful institutions are still very much intact. And they're still very much calling the shots. and that's a huge problem for the freedom …”
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Joe Kent, a former U.S. Army Special Forces officer, passionately argues that the MAGA movement is at a crossroads due to unmet promises and a fractured coalition. He emphasizes the importance of addressing national security and the fentanyl crisis while urging President Trump to take decisive action to unify and mobilize voters ahead of the midterms and beyond. Kent's message reflects a deep concern for the future of the movement and the country.
“… thing And he says well I not going to say anything about that And he goes why he goes why is that well i don want to go to prison it like that what jd vance said this is 72 less than 72 hours ago so it also you know what that says to me when you hear that pat what do you think maybe a little bitter maybe a little frustrated you're left out you don't see that i haven't seen this is this the one rob he's talking about yes sir can you get to the point of you're going to go to is it right off the bat he goes to you going to prison check hang on um could i say That's a heavy thing to say. I got to give …”
“… that, even if you're just off the cuff, even if you're just an open mic, even if it's just one, you know, like you're being, You walking and then the press guy you know what I mean Pat comes up puts a microphone on your face One more thing One more thing And he says well I not going to say anything about that And he goes why he goes why is that well i don want to go to prison it like that what jd vance said this is 72 less than 72 hours ago so it also you know what that says to me when you hear that pat what do you think maybe a little bitter maybe a little frustrated you're left out you don't see that i haven't seen this is this the one rob he's talking about yes sir can you get to the point of you're going to go to is it right off the bat he goes to you going to prison check hang on um could i say That's a heavy thing to say. I got to give credit where credit's due. So Vance apparently raised concerns privately about the strikes in Iran for internal discussions. And then he was questioning the U.S.'s involvement, all that stuff. And then President Trump later confirmed that Vance said that he said Vance was less enthusiastic about the strikes. And you said this last week, and I have …”
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JD Vance is strategically distancing himself from potential military actions in Iran while maintaining loyalty to Trump. By expressing private concerns about U.S. involvement, he positions himself as a cautious alternative to more hawkish politicians, setting the stage for his future political aspirations. This calculated approach allows him to navigate the complexities of leadership without publicly opposing the president.
“… to attack President Trump for less than 12 hours after Kent resigned. who told Hudson that WAPO, that Joe Kent and Tulsi Gabbard met with J.D. Vance to show him the resignation letter ahead of time. Wow. Okay, so there you go. Guys. That's crazy. We talked about this as well last week. I haven't seen this tweet. Did the vice president agree with the blood libels in Joe Kent's letter in which he blamed Israel for his wife's death? Kent's wife was tragically killed by Islamic terrorists. terrorist. Do you believe Joe Kent told Buckley Carson to tell his father he sends his regards when he met …”
“… claiming Joe Kent was leaking information according to many White House staffers Leaking to John Hudson Who John Hudson Can you go to it? Washington Post. So John Hudson is a WAPO. Not a coincidence that Hudson chose to run to CNN during primetime tonight to attack President Trump for less than 12 hours after Kent resigned. who told Hudson that WAPO, that Joe Kent and Tulsi Gabbard met with J.D. Vance to show him the resignation letter ahead of time. Wow. Okay, so there you go. Guys. That's crazy. We talked about this as well last week. I haven't seen this tweet. Did the vice president agree with the blood libels in Joe Kent's letter in which he blamed Israel for his wife's death? Kent's wife was tragically killed by Islamic terrorists. terrorist. Do you believe Joe Kent told Buckley Carson to tell his father he sends his regards when he met with J.D.? It's only one big family affair. Anything to blame the Jews and destroy President Trump? Why was J.D., Tulsi, and Kent's first stop at the White House? Interesting choice. I don't know. I mean, look, one thing about Laura, you don't know what Laura's going to be saying, but a lot of people have gotten fired over Laura Loomer's tweets, …”
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J.D. Vance is emerging as a potential frontrunner for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination, but he may need a strategic VP choice to bolster his campaign. Speculation suggests that Ron DeSantis could fit the bill, given their differing political styles and DeSantis's strong support among key Republican voters. This dynamic could reshape the landscape of the upcoming election, especially as tensions rise in global politics.
“… looking into the rampant corruption in Democrat states. You know how I know it for a fact? Not just that they've announced it. Donald Trump put J.D. Vance in charge of it. So let's talk about the politics of this. Why would you as Donald Trump make J.D. Vance the face of a corruption probe? Why would you do it? Here's why you would do it. You would assume that J.D. Vance is the heir apparent to Trump. And as of right now, he's the odds-on favorite. And you would only give him that role, the face of it, if you thought he was going to notch a political win. out of it. You would never hand that role …”
“The Trump DOJ, they are looking into the rampant corruption in Democrat states. You know how I know it for a fact? Not just that they've announced it. Donald Trump put J.D. Vance in charge of it. So let's talk about the politics of this. Why would you as Donald Trump make J.D. Vance the face of a corruption probe? Why would you do it? Here's why you would do it. You would assume that J.D. Vance is the heir apparent to Trump. And as of right now, he's the odds-on favorite. And you would only give him that role, the face of it, if you thought he was going to notch a political win. out of it. You would never hand that role to someone you like, J.D. Vance. You would never hand that role to someone you like if you didn't think he was going to look like a star at some point in time. Remember the opposite of that? Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. Biden and Dome, they hated each other. Their camps hated each other. And Joe Biden was starting to get crucified on the border. …”
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Donald Trump has appointed J.D. Vance to lead an investigation into corruption in Democrat states, signaling a strategic political move. This decision reflects Trump's belief in Vance's potential as a future presidential candidate, aiming to position him as a hero in the fight against government corruption. Vance could leverage this role to bolster his political career, contrasting it with Biden's failed attempts to manage his own controversies.
“… not because of what it says on paper, but because who is standing at the center of it? Donald Trump started a task force on corruption led by J.D. Vance. So who's standing there at the head of it is important and just as important is who is not. I want you to think of everything through the eyes of 2028 and let's look at the board the way a strategist would look at it. Where's Marco Rubio right now? Marco Rubio has more jobs than anybody I have ever met. He is right now exactly where you expect him to be deep in foreign policy standing shoulder to shoulder with Donald Trump and the …”
“… it would just be housekeeping. It would be another headline, another promise to clean things up in Washington. Washington creates task force all the time, and they never solve any of the problems. But this one is different. This one is different, not because of what it says on paper, but because who is standing at the center of it? Donald Trump started a task force on corruption led by J.D. Vance. So who's standing there at the head of it is important and just as important is who is not. I want you to think of everything through the eyes of 2028 and let's look at the board the way a strategist would look at it. Where's Marco Rubio right now? Marco Rubio has more jobs than anybody I have ever met. He is right now exactly where you expect him to be deep in foreign policy standing shoulder to shoulder with Donald Trump and the administration in one of the most volatile geopolitical moments in my lifetime This thing could be a miracle, could be a massacre, could be horrible in the end. Don't know yet. Iran, energy, global alliances, the risks of escalation into World War III. This is the highest stakes I've ever seen a president play at. High visibility, high risk, and whoever is …”
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Donald Trump's newly announced task force on fraud, led by J.D. Vance, signals a major strategic shift as the 2028 election approaches. This move not only positions Vance against potential rival Gavin Newsom but also reframes the economic narrative to unify voters against corruption. With high stakes in foreign policy and domestic issues, the political landscape is set for intense competition and potential heroism or villainy.
“J.D. Vance, standing over Trump's shoulder, is asked about his past statements about Iran, whether there's any concerns. He does, you know, the hall monitor finger wag thing. Yeah. It's hard for me to watch J.D., really. I know it gets your blood going. Let's just do it. He's just so fucking annoying. Are you calling you the fraud czar? What's your reaction to that title? And then second, given your past skepticism of foreign adventurism, are you …”
“J.D. Vance, standing over Trump's shoulder, is asked about his past statements about Iran, whether there's any concerns. He does, you know, the hall monitor finger wag thing. Yeah. It's hard for me to watch J.D., really. I know it gets your blood going. Let's just do it. He's just so fucking annoying. Are you calling you the fraud czar? What's your reaction to that title? And then second, given your past skepticism of foreign adventurism, are you completely on board with the current war in Iran? So I like fraud czar. It's certainly what we're going to do. And look, we have to do it. As the president said, this is a problem that has festered in this country for far too long. and far too few people have actually wanted to do anything about it. That's what makes this administration different, is that …”
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J.D. Vance skillfully dodges a direct question about his support for the current military operation in Iran, never explicitly saying he backs it. Instead, he praises Trump’s leadership while avoiding commitment, raising eyebrows about his true stance. This reveals a complex dance of political positioning amid rising tensions.
“… on brand for this bunch. But I digress. The humiliating picture I'm thinking of is. And meanwhile, and yes, meanwhile, at the children's table, J.D. Vance and Tulsi Gabbard are digging into their lime jello, you know, and discussing animal crackers. They're goldfish, bunny grams. And you can tell I have grandchildren. I have boxes of bunny grams laying around all over the place. But they're discussing important matters of state with J.D. Vance, Tulsi Gabbard, the professor and Marianne and all the rest. And that's it. I mean, it was – it's funny, but it's not funny. I mean, first of all, you're …”
“… Apple watches or your cell phones or any of that and nobody can hear you. It's a place to discuss and examine classified material. And this was done with like drapes in a room that had like a rafter ceiling. I mean, it was just so it was just so on brand for this bunch. But I digress. The humiliating picture I'm thinking of is. And meanwhile, and yes, meanwhile, at the children's table, J.D. Vance and Tulsi Gabbard are digging into their lime jello, you know, and discussing animal crackers. They're goldfish, bunny grams. And you can tell I have grandchildren. I have boxes of bunny grams laying around all over the place. But they're discussing important matters of state with J.D. Vance, Tulsi Gabbard, the professor and Marianne and all the rest. And that's it. I mean, it was – it's funny, but it's not funny. I mean, first of all, you're launching the biggest war in 20 years. Maybe you ought to be in Washington I don know I just spitballing here Maybe that why we built this Situation Room And you shouldn be trying to launch a gigantic war in the Middle East from a golf resort in Florida But I'm old-fashioned.”
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J.D. Vance's presence at a crucial moment in foreign policy is likened to a child's table at a family gathering. While major decisions are made in a secure setting, Vance and others are humorously depicted as discussing trivial matters, highlighting the absurdity of launching a significant war from a golf resort. This moment raises questions about the seriousness of political engagement in times of crisis.
“… just want him to find it. I texted to him this morning. So if you go to the right there above it. Oh, yeah. It was the first thing you texted. J.D. Vance is considering not running for president in 2028 due to family priorities. This is 1811 hours ago. Vance will discuss this matter with his family to decide if the timing is right, if wife Usha is currently pregnant with their fourth child. Other speculations suggest that Republican polling shows strong push for Marco Rubio and causing Vance to reconsider political environment. Strategists caution that a heavily contested primary followed by a …”
“No, not there. Can I read it for you? Yeah. No, I have it. Rob has it as well. I just want him to find it. I texted to him this morning. So if you go to the right there above it. Oh, yeah. It was the first thing you texted. J.D. Vance is considering not running for president in 2028 due to family priorities. This is 1811 hours ago. Vance will discuss this matter with his family to decide if the timing is right, if wife Usha is currently pregnant with their fourth child. Other speculations suggest that Republican polling shows strong push for Marco Rubio and causing Vance to reconsider political environment. Strategists caution that a heavily contested primary followed by a general election loss as VP could potentially decimate Vance's future ambitious as the primary. So if you run and you lose in the primary to Rubio and you're the vice president, that's a pretty heavy thing right there to happen. So to me, where does all this go? The alliance. Tucker, Joe Kent, probably Tulsi. If Joe Kent is your direct report, …”
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Tulsi Gabbard's rising ambition is causing ripples in the political landscape, especially as J.D. Vance considers stepping back from a 2028 presidential run. Recent revelations about Joe Kent's past voting choices and Gabbard's defense by the White House press secretary highlight the tensions within the Republican Party and the potential fallout from these political maneuvers.
“… drawn out thing because he knows this is a long drawn out thing. Let me just zoom in on their facial expressions. First of all, I don't think J.D. Vance is buying the bullshit that he's spreading. Second of all, Donald Trump looks so incredibly disinterested. You know seeing these two next to each other makes me it gonna make me say something controversial J Vance is so politically untalented that it almost makes me realize that Trump does have that that a spark at least. I mean, he's old and he's decrepit and he's losing it. But there was a time when Trump could at least dominate a stage and …”
“… the job done, to do a good job for the American people, and to make sure that the mistakes of the past aren't repeated. Absolutely. Okay, a few things, a few things. He slightly reworded that statement to leave out the idea that this is not a long, drawn out thing because he knows this is a long drawn out thing. Let me just zoom in on their facial expressions. First of all, I don't think J.D. Vance is buying the bullshit that he's spreading. Second of all, Donald Trump looks so incredibly disinterested. You know seeing these two next to each other makes me it gonna make me say something controversial J Vance is so politically untalented that it almost makes me realize that Trump does have that that a spark at least. I mean, he's old and he's decrepit and he's losing it. But there was a time when Trump could at least dominate a stage and have presence with his absolute dumb BS conspiracies, right? J.D. Vance doesn't have any of that. This guy has no spark. So when he's saying the conspiracy slop and attacking the media, it's just dry as a piece of toast. I also want to say, no matter how hard J.D. Vance tries to, I don't know, slither out of the limelight, not do any appearances …”
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In a tense moment from June 2025, J.D. Vance struggles to defend his support for President Trump's foreign policy despite his past skepticism of military interventions. Observers note Vance's lack of charisma compared to Trump, highlighting his political ineptitude and the lasting consequences of aligning with controversial policies. This connection will haunt Vance as he gears up for the 2028 election.
“… at heart i think it's more complicated than that but i get it too i mean i get that that attitude um yeah i wanted i wanted to you mentioned jd vance not being out there it is interesting it is interesting that it's the Treasury Secretary who's doing all the defense, like not Marco, not JD. And there is a report now today from Bloomberg that says one of the biggest pushers of this war, shockingly, you won't read this in the Wall Street Journal, was Rupert Murdoch, who owns the journal and the Post and Fox News. And they report that, this is how they write it, Trump's around war drive exposes …”
“… years so it's just like that's kind of where my husband is like f iran you know sick of their nonsense and this bullshit and like why wouldn't we bomb them we know they're up to no good they're nefarious and they they're definitely don't have our interests at heart i think it's more complicated than that but i get it too i mean i get that that attitude um yeah i wanted i wanted to you mentioned jd vance not being out there it is interesting it is interesting that it's the Treasury Secretary who's doing all the defense, like not Marco, not JD. And there is a report now today from Bloomberg that says one of the biggest pushers of this war, shockingly, you won't read this in the Wall Street Journal, was Rupert Murdoch, who owns the journal and the Post and Fox News. And they report that, this is how they write it, Trump's around war drive exposes limits of yes sir cabinet. Trump's decision to wage war on Iran was partly motivated by pressure from outside allies while his own White House team stayed more muted. Those privately pressing Trump to strike Iran included Rupert Murdoch and some conservative commentators. We know that that included Mark Thiessen, General Jack Keene, and Mark …”
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J.D. Vance's political future is uncertain as he remains sidelined during a critical conflict with Iran, despite being a potential candidate for the 2028 presidential nomination. His reluctance to fully support the administration's aggressive stance against Iran raises questions about his leadership and viability as a candidate. With mixed messaging from Trump and pressure from influential figures like Rupert Murdoch, Vance's next steps could define his political career.
“My unpopular opinion is that J.D. Vance is great for the Democrats because he has no riz, which means charisma for you guys. We know what it means. But he also in 2028 will likely just not be very charismatic. I think it'll be easy for the Democrats.”
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J.D. Vance's lack of charisma could be a significant advantage for Democrats in future elections, particularly in 2028. Adam Mockler argues that Vance's absence of 'riz' makes him an easy target for the opposition, potentially paving the way for Democratic victories. This insight sheds light on the strategic implications of Vance's political persona.
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