Senator J.D. Vance revealed that he and his wife, Usha Chilukuri Vance, have faced hostility from white supremacists due to her Indian heritage.
During an interview on Megyn Kelly’s podcast Friday, Vance discussed the challenges they have encountered because of their interracial marriage.
Vance, who married Usha in 2014, expressed deep affection and pride for his wife. “Look, I love my wife so much. I love her because she’s who she is,” Vance said. He acknowledged that their relationship has attracted negative attention from white supremacists but emphasized his unwavering support for her. “She’s not a white person, and we’ve been accused, attacked by some white supremacists over that. But I love Usha.”
He praised Usha not only for her role as a mother but also for her professional achievements. “She’s such a good mom. She’s such a brilliant lawyer, and I’m so proud of her,” Vance added. He noted that her experiences have provided him with valuable insight into the struggles faced by working families in America.
Vance, who previously served as a Marine and is known for his memoir on Appalachia, recently gained national attention when former President Trump announced him as a potential vice presidential running mate for the 2024 election. This news sparked excitement among his MAGA supporters but drew mixed reactions from those preferring a candidate with more experience.
Following Vance’s vice presidential selection, Nick Fuentes, a well-known American white nationalist, publicly criticized Usha Vance. Fuentes questioned Vance’s commitment to “white identity,” noting her Indian heritage and the name of their child, Vivek. “Who is this guy? Do we expect that the guy who has an Indian wife and named their kid Vivek is going to support white identity?” Fuentes remarked after the announcement.
