The White House is set to welcome a new era with the election of a second Trump presidency, marking a historic moment as Usha Vance is poised to become the first Indian American second lady. Vance, who hails from a background of Indian immigrants, will also hold the distinction of being the first Hindu second lady in the White House.
Vice President-elect JD Vance expressed gratitude towards his wife for her support following the significant victory. In a statement, he acknowledged his wife's role in enabling him to serve at such a high level and thanked President Donald J. Trump for the opportunity to serve the nation.
Usha Vance, an accomplished attorney, has been married to JD since 2014, and the couple shares three children together - sons Ewan, 6, and Vivek, 4, as well as a daughter named Mirabel, 2.
Prior to pursuing a legal career, Vance obtained a bachelor's degree in history from Yale University and a master's in philosophy from the University of Cambridge. She garnered valuable experience through various clerkships, including positions with Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts and Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh during his tenure on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.
During the Republican National Committee event in July, Vance highlighted the differences in her background compared to her husband's, emphasizing her upbringing in a middle-class community in San Diego with her immigrant parents from India and sister. She expressed gratitude for the opportunities afforded by the United States, underscoring the remarkable journey that led to her union with JD.
