- Sen. JD Vance recounted being asked if he had a “secret family” during the vice presidential vetting process, which he found intrusive and bizarre, especially since his wife was present.
- Vance described the vetting process as detailed and intrusive, including questions about potential family criticisms and criminal history.
- Politicians undergoing vice presidential vetting often face extensive scrutiny to prepare for media examination, highlighting past examples like Herschel Walker and John Edwards who had hidden children.
JD Vance, most likely: “So Usha’s not white, but she probably still wouldn’t like that.”