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JD Vance is an American politician, venture capitalist, and author who currently serves as the 50th Vice President of the United States ³⁴⁸. He assumed office on January 20, 2025, during Donald Trump's second presidency ⁴.

Early Life and Background

Born James David Vance, he is a Marine Corps veteran ⁸. Before his political career, Vance was known for his memoir, "Hillbilly Elegy," which chronicled his upbringing in a working-class, Rust Belt family in Ohio and Kentucky ³. The book became a New York Times bestseller and was later adapted into a film.

Political Career

Vance, a member of the Republican Party, previously represented Ohio as a U.S. Senator from 2023 to 2025 ⁴. In 2024, he was selected by Donald Trump to be his Vice-Presidential nominee ¹. Following their victory, he began his term as Vice President in January 2025 ⁴.

Personal Life

Vance married Usha Chilukuri Vance in June 2014 ². Usha, who is Hindu, clerked for Brett Kavanaugh ²⁶. Vance himself converted to Roman Catholicism in 2019, having previously been a Protestant Christian ². Their wedding included a Bible reading and a blessing by a Hindu pandit ².

Other Ventures

Beyond politics, Vance has also been involved in venture capitalism ³. He is also a frequent guest on podcasts and media, discussing his political views and experiences ⁸.