According to the Daily Mail, Vice President JD Vance has stepped into the digital ring to defend President Donald Trump against a barrage of criticism from tech titan Elon Musk.
In a revealing podcast interview with comedian Theo Von, Vance addressed the escalating feud between Musk and Trump, offering behind-the-scenes insights while expressing hope for a resolution.
The conflict kicked off on Thursday when Musk took to X to blast Trump, even floating the idea of impeachment and suggesting Vance as a replacement. Vance, who was with Trump when the online storm began, hadn’t caught every post as he traveled to Nashville for the interview. It’s a classic case of social media drama unfolding faster than anyone can scroll.
During the podcast, Vance reacted live to Musk’s posts, calling the impeachment suggestion “totally insane.” “I just think the idea that the president should be impeached, I'm sorry, it's insane,” he said. Well, when you throw around words like impeachment, you’d better have a airtight case, not just a spicy tweet.
Vance also shared that Trump felt the criticism was unfair, though the president has kept his response measured. “I know the president, for a couple of days, was getting a little frustrated,” Vance noted. It’s a rare glimpse into Trump’s restraint, proving not every battle needs a public brawl.
Clips from Trump’s Oval Office news conference, held during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, only fueled Musk’s ire as they popped up on his feed. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio were present but stayed silent on the matter. Sometimes, the smartest move is to let the storm pass without adding thunder.
While Musk kept the pressure on with more critical posts, Vance held off on a public reaction for several hours. When he finally spoke on camera with Theo Von, it was his first direct comment on the feud. Patience isn’t just a virtue; it’s a strategy.
On Friday morning, Vance took to social media to back Trump, followed by a strong statement on X at 10:30 p.m. EST. “President Trump has done more than any person in my lifetime to earn the trust of the movement he leads,” he wrote. That’s not just loyalty; it’s a reminder of who built this coalition.
Vance also tackled the narrative around Trump’s temperament, dismissing claims of impulsiveness as corporate media fiction. “There are many lies the corporate media tells about President Trump,” he posted on X. Turns out, the “short-tempered” label doesn’t stick when you’ve seen the man under pressure.
Despite siding with Trump, Vance has been cautious about targeting Musk, acknowledging the tech mogul’s influence as a major political donor. He even called Musk a friend, noting their connection predates the campaign and has grown stronger since. It’s a tightrope walk—loyalty to Trump, respect for a powerful ally.
“I am going to miss him. Elon’s become a very good friend,” Vance told Newsmax host Greg Kelly. That’s not just politics; it’s personal, with family dinners and shared history at stake.
Vance also defended Musk as the billionaire prepared to step away from his role as a special advisor in the administration. “He and his kids have come to our house,” Vance added. It’s a humanizing touch in a feud that’s gone nuclear online.
Even as he backed Trump, Vance expressed hope that Musk might cool off and return to the fold. “I hope that eventually Elon kind of comes back,” he said. Wishful thinking, perhaps, but sometimes a ceasefire starts with a single olive branch.
Musk’s response to Vance’s social media tease about the podcast—a laugh-crying emoji—hinted at a possible lightening of tensions. It’s not exactly a peace treaty, but a chuckle is better than a critique. Small steps matter in a clash this public.
In the end, Vance’s stance is clear: Trump’s leadership is worth defending, even if it means navigating tricky waters with a friend like Musk. This feud may be a bump in the road, but it’s a reminder that even the strongest alliances face tests.
