39 Things to Know About JD Vance, Trump’s Running Mate

The freshman senator and best-selling author from Ohio is the first millennial on a major party ticket. Here’s a rundown of his background and stances.

Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) and his wife Usha Chilukuri Vance. Illustration by The Epoch Times, Shutterstock, Getty Images

On July 15, former President Donald Trump announced that Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) was his vice presidential pick, ending months of speculation.

“After lengthy deliberation and thought, and considering the tremendous talents of many others, I have decided that the person best suited to assume the position of Vice President of the United States is Senator J.D. Vance,” former President Trump said in a Truth Social post.