GOP celebrates JD Vance, a critic of endless wars, chosen by Trump.
Republicans erupted in cheers and praise when former President Trump announced his pick of Senator JD Vance, R-Ohio, as his vice-presidential nominee leading up to the November election.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., lauded the decision, stating that Vance “possesses a profound understanding of the anxieties of working families and has both the lived experience and the policy expertise to help President Trump deliver a government worthy of the people it is supposed to serve.”
Bernie Moreno, who is campaigning for Senate in Ohio with Vance’s endorsement, celebrated the news, declaring, “President Trump made a brilliant selection in Senator JD Vance.”
Trump revealed his choice of Vance as his running mate in a post on Truth Social during the commencement of the Republican National Convention on Monday.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., responded on social media with a post on his campaign account, stating, “Senator JD Vance is a fierce advocate for the president’s policies and is the obvious pick for President Trump. He’ll make a strong case on the campaign trail on why we need to turn the page on the disastrous policies of the Biden administration.”
“A son of Middletown, Ohio, J.D. can relate to the many Americans who are struggling right now to make ends meet in this era of crushing inflation, and a housing market that is unaffordable and shutting many out of a chance at achieving the American dream,” said Governor Mike DeWine, R-Ohio, in a statement congratulating the senator.
Senator Rand Paul, R-Ky., expressed his pleasure with the selection, writing on social media, “It’s great to have an opponent of endless wars and more aid to Ukraine on the ticket.”
Senator Tom Cotton, R-Ark., who was reportedly in consideration as a potential running mate, also extended his congratulations, saying, “J.D. Vance is a friend and a conservative champion who fights for American workers. He’ll make an outstanding vice president.”
After Vance’s nomination was confirmed, Burgum took to social media to congratulate him, saying, “Today [Trump] selected @JDVance1 as his running mate, whose small-town roots and service to the country make him a powerful voice for the America First Agenda. I look forward to campaigning for the Trump-Vance ticket to Make America Great Again!”
“Congratulations to @JDVance1 on your nomination to be the next Vice President of the United States! His passion for America’s prosperity, service as a U.S. Marine, and commitment to our commonsense conservative values are what we need for a stronger America,” Governor Glenn Youngkin, R-Va., posted on social media. Youngkin was also considered a possible pick, although more of a long shot.
Another staunch Trump ally, Senator Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., remarked that Vance is “bright” and “articulate,” adding that he “understands the struggles of working Americans, as he has walked in their shoes and has become one of their best champions.”
Trump’s selection of Vance as his running mate comes as he continues to appeal to working-class voters, especially in the rust belt. Vance has been a strong advocate for workers during his time in the Senate, which could be crucial in winning over blue-collar voters in the Midwest swing states expected to play a vital role in the election.
