Summary
Vice President JD Vance criticized attacks on his wife, particularly from far-right figure Nick Fuentes who called him a "race traitor" for marrying someone of Indian descent, and from MSNBC host Jen Psaki, who made comments about his marriage. Vance firmly rejected these criticisms, stating that anyone attacking his wife “can eat s***.” His comments highlight tensions within the political right and respond to personal attacks on his family.
Key Facts
- Vice President JD Vance expressed strong disapproval of attacks on his wife.
- Nick Fuentes, a far-right figure, criticized Vance for marrying someone of Indian heritage.
- Vance's wife, Usha, is the daughter of Indian immigrants and practices Hinduism.
- Jen Psaki, a former press secretary, made non-racial comments about the Vances' marriage.
- Vance condemned racist and antisemitic rhetoric from Fuentes and his followers.
- There has been speculation about the Vances' marriage, partly due to religious differences and her appearance without a wedding ring.
- Vance stated that criticism based on race or religion is "disgusting."
- He mentioned that Fuentes' influence is exaggerated by some to sidestep foreign policy discussions regarding Israel.
