JD Vance Suggests Karoline Leavitt as Temporary Vice President During Maternity Leave
'Leavitt should be VP for a few weeks,' says Vance as he briefs reporters in White House | Watch

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During a chaotic press briefing at the White House, US Vice President JD Vance humorously proposed that White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, currently on maternity leave, should temporarily take over his role. Vance managed the briefing with a mix of humor and organization, addressing various topics including foreign policy and a new Justice Department fund.
- 01JD Vance humorously suggested that Karoline Leavitt should serve as Vice President while she is on maternity leave.
- 02The press briefing was marked by Vance's attempts to manage reporters' questions using a seating chart and color-coded identification.
- 03Vance addressed various topics including Iran, artificial intelligence, and a $1.776 billion fund established by the Justice Department.
- 04He acknowledged his struggle to read the small print on the seating chart due to his age.
- 05Vance's approach contrasted with that of his predecessor, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who had a more chaotic briefing style.
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US Vice President JD Vance held a press briefing at the White House, where he humorously suggested that White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt should temporarily take over his role while she is on maternity leave. Leavitt recently welcomed a baby, prompting Vance's light-hearted proposal that she could serve as Vice President for a few weeks when his partner, Usha, has their baby in July. The briefing, which followed a chaotic session led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, saw Vance adopting a more organized approach. He managed questions from reporters by randomly selecting them and referring to a seating chart, even joking about his difficulty reading the small print due to his age. Vance addressed various pressing issues, including US relations with Iran, advancements in artificial intelligence, and a significant $1.776 billion fund established by the Justice Department aimed at supporting Trump allies who were wrongfully targeted. His remarks showcased a blend of humor and seriousness, reflecting the challenges of managing a press briefing effectively.
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