JD Vance

US VP Vance declines to endorse Netanyahu despite Trump’s backing ahead of Israeli election

Vance said that he endorses American candidates and does not intend to get involved in Israeli elections, just a day after Trump offered Netanyahu his “Complete and Total Endorsement."

US Vice President JD Vance and Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speak during a meeting at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, October 22, 2025.
US President Donald Trump points toward supporters at the end of a campaign rally for US Senator Jon Husted (R-OH) and gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy in Youngstown, Ohio, US, October 12, 2026

Trump says US may have gone 'too far' in killing Iranian leaders, complicating talks

U.S. Ambassador To Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle arrives at the White House on February 26, 2026 in Washington, DC. Guilfoyle has served as the U.S. Ambassador To Greece since November 2025.

Trump, Rubio reportedly furious over misconduct allegations against US amb. to Greece Guilfoyle

The Harvard University Coat of arms (Ve Ri Tas) is displayed on the front of the Harvard Business School building on October 25, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts

Trump administration launches investigation into US universities over J-1 visa allegations


US Air Force widow initially denied benefits because Iran conflict ‘not technically a war’

The widow of one of 18 US servicemen killed since the start of the war with Iran will receive partial payment after she was initially denied combat-related benefits.

A U.S. Air Force boom operator performs a pre-flight inspection of a KC-135 Stratotanker at a base in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility

JD Vance: Only US can protect Strait of Hormuz, prevent global energy crisis

Vance criticized European allies over Iran’s attacks on shipping and defended US efforts to keep energy markets supplied through the Strait of Hormuz.

 US Vice President JD Vance speaks during a press briefing, the first since Karoline Leavitt stepped down as press secretary, at the White House, in Washington, DC, US, September 3, 2026.

Explosion at Iranian wedding likely a result of direct hit by US munition, experts say - report

On Thursday, US President JD Vance said the United States was investigating the strike. "We're investigating it because obviously we care. We want to know."

US Air Force Rockwell B-1B Lancer dropping JDAM bombs photographed from the canopy of an escort fighter jet.

Vance: US probing airstrike that Iran says hit a wedding party

"We're investigating it because obviously we care. We want to know," Vance told reporters during a White House press briefing.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance speaks during a news briefing in the Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House on September 03, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Vance defends Israel ties amid skepticism, says alliance is in America’s 'best interest'

Vance acknowledged disagreements between the US and Israel but said the two countries would “continue to work together,” citing shared interests across a range of issues.

US Vice President JD Vance speaks at a MAGA Inc. super PAC event in Sterling Heights, Michigan, US, August 31, 2026.

Military, economic pressure on Iran may lead to internal uprising, US officials say

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the pressure on Tehran could lead the Iranian public to rise up against the regime or cause the IRGC to turn against itself.

A security personnel stands guard as Iranians take part in a protest marking the annual al-Quds Day, on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan, in Tehran, Iran, March 13, 2026

JD Vance's mother says she'd 'probably punch' El-Sayed over family remarks

El-Sayed has previously made remarks about Second Lady Usha Vance and the couple's children, including during an April appearance on "The Allen Analysis Show," according to Fox News.

US Vice President JD Vance speaks at a MAGA Inc. Super PAC event on August 31, 2026 in Sterling Heights, Michigan. The event will feature multiple speakers who represent Michigan's Republican ticket for the 2026 election; illustrative

Vance meets with Temple Israel rabbi on Michigan visit, offers support to community

Meanwhile, several of the state’s Jewish leaders signed a petition pledging to vote for Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s GOP opponent.

US Vice President JD Vance speaks at a MAGA Inc. Super PAC event on Aug. 31, 2026, in Sterling Heights, Michigan.

Vance appeals to Jewish Republicans, but doesn't address Tucker Carlson ties

Vance’s appearance came at a moment when a number of Jewish Republicans have turned against him over his reprimanding of Israeli officials and his indulgence of anti-Israel conspiracy theories.

US Vice President JD Vance delivers remarks at a MAGA Inc. event in Sterling Heights, Michigan, US, August 31, 2026.

Iran leadership is willing to take extreme measures to disrupt Gulf shipping, JD Vance says

According to Vance, the United States is now at a stage where a significant portion of its activity in the region is aimed at ensuring freedom of navigation and trade through the Strait of Hormuz.

US Vice President JD Vance arrives to discuss anti-fraud initiatives during a visit to Wisconsin Air National Guard's 128th Air Refueling Wing at Milwaukee Mitchell Airport in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US July 8, 2026.