In a recent interview, Usha Vance shared how she navigates negative press coverage surrounding her husband, Sen. JD Vance.
Sen. JD Vance’s wife, Usha Vance, opened up about handling media scrutiny after her husband was chosen as Donald Trump’s running mate.
During an exclusive interview with Fox News' Ainsley Earhardt, Usha Vance detailed her approach to dealing with the intense negative press coverage that has followed her husband's political rise. She explained that she has grown accustomed to the scrutiny and has developed a thick skin over time.
Usha Vance emphasized the importance of not letting negative press affect her daily life. She mentioned that sometimes, she avoids reading the news to protect her mental well-being. Instead, she focuses on her personal knowledge and experiences with her husband.
Since being named Donald Trump’s running mate last month, Sen. JD Vance has faced a barrage of negative media attention. Usha Vance acknowledged this, noting that her husband currently holds a negative net favorability rating.
Despite the challenges, Usha Vance shared that she has received valuable advice from friends on how to handle the press coverage. One piece of advice that stood out to her was not to read the news too much, allowing her to form her own opinions based on direct conversations with her husband.
During the interview, Usha Vance also addressed her husband's controversial "childless cat ladies" remark from 2021. She explained that the comment was taken out of context and was part of a broader point JD Vance was trying to make.
Usha Vance elaborated on her approach to understanding the context of such remarks. She expressed a desire for people to take the time to look into the context before forming opinions. This method has helped her navigate the often harsh critiques in the media.
Usha Vance assured that her husband never intended to hurt anyone with his comments. She highlighted their empathy towards friends who have struggled with starting families and acknowledged that there are valid reasons for choosing not to have children.
He made that clear at the time. And he's made that clear today. And we have lots of friends who have been in that position. It is challenging and never, ever anything that anyone would want to mock or make fun of, and I also understand there are a lot of other reasons why people may choose not to have families, and many of those reasons are very good.
Usha Vance and JD Vance have been married since 2014 and share three children. Their family life has been under increased scrutiny since JD Vance's selection as Trump's running mate. Despite the media attention, Usha Vance remains focused on maintaining a normal family life.
She reiterated that her primary strategy for dealing with negative press is not to let it affect her daily life. By focusing on her direct experiences and conversations with her husband, she aims to stay grounded and supportive.
Usha Vance has shared her strategies for dealing with negative press coverage surrounding her husband, Sen. JD Vance. She emphasized the importance of not letting media scrutiny affect daily life and highlighted the value of direct communication with her husband. Usha Vance also addressed JD Vance's controversial remarks from 2021, urging people to consider context before forming opinions. Despite the challenges, Usha Vance remains focused on her family's well-being and continues to navigate the public scrutiny with resilience.
