JD Vance's Multimillion-Dollar Fortune Revealed

By telling the world about his impoverished upbringing, Trump’s vice presidential pick made a small fortune-and planted seeds for a political future.
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[@Kai-Malachi]

JD Vance worked hard for that money. Much respect for him.

[@nathenmunn4242]

He seems like a legit man. He has my vote!

[@geraldenecrabtree2587]

No wonder JD is So Awesome. He’s from Kentucky. I’m from Ky

[@debraschuurman9172]

JD Vance worked hard for his money great guy ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@kareembigdream]

Not gonna lie love the fact he served and military aid helped him avoid debt that has been hurting a lot of us

[@yaserchow]

Yeah my GI Bill kept me out of debt thankfully.

[@janethughes966]

He had $120,000 student loans from his law degree. His GI bill paid for his undergraduate education.

[@janethughes966]

@@yaserchowthanks for your service 🙏

[@yaserchow]

@@janethughes966 🫡

[@gregborder7339]

Better to the gi bill then something for nothing people

[@annecornine8469]

I recently bought & read "Hillbilly Elegy". JD had a very hard life growing up with wild family members....nightmare at times!!! God bless him...❤

[@paultkr8184]

Personally, I don’t really care what he’s worth in money. What I care about is his worth when it comes to supporting and his word to fight for the American citizen. His worth will be defined when debates the dems, follows through with his intentions, keeps his word to fight for the working man. His worth to us as the working man is not his money it’s his word.

[@hannahsmith-dg9jt]

Very interesting, from England

[@rocioesquivel3451]

He is smart and he never gave up

[@ianrasmussen9203]

He made his own money 🎉❤

[@capricorn839]

You really think so ????

[@penelopenicholas841]

This is the American Dream we all want. J.D. will be a great V.P, God Bless you J. D.

[@ronl2463]

Rather see politicians entering politics rich than entering poor and retiring rich.

[@rhodoracordrey904]

God bless you and protect you and your family 💗 AMEN

[@sunshinebetweentheclouds6077]

I think that JD Vance is a great successful person coming up from ashes to fame! Love it!!!!

[@Utubeisevil]

hahahaha JD vance never worked in his life, he was in PR dept in marines and his career is just Peter theil paying him while grooming him

[@overman2306]

​@@UtubeisevilYou can't deny his upbringing. He is rags to riches.

[@alexleanh]

@@overman2306 Yeah, he is rags to riches for sure... but you don't have to love or respect him just because he's rich (or even gone from poor to rich). The measure of a man is not his money (or success), but in his character, dignity, humanity, morals and ethical standards. It's not about his wealth, but how he accumulated that wealth.

[@overman2306]

@alexleanh Yeah sure buddy. It is better to be poor and equal, because equality is the goal, right?

[@alexleanh]

@@overman2306 You didn't get it, eh? Think deeper and harder, son!

[@coolabah-blue]

He earned it.👍🏻🇺🇸

[@navybrat4246]

He didn't get rich on insider trading and being in Congress for his entire adult life! He made it on his own because he's a hard worker, and he's smart.

[@HecMan-kp8jm]

Oh but he will, believe it he will.

[@susantang287]

Not smart but cunning, an opportunist.

[@Jasper118]

@@susantang287opportunist? Every step of the way for him was calculated and intentional. Thats not opportunism.

[@susantang287]

@@Jasper118 I guess you miss the word ‘cunning’.

[@Utubeisevil]

lol he only invested in a single company and that company failed, his entire career is thanks to Peter Theil. his boss is on record that Vance doesnt even used to work much

[@chardennis9370]

You get what you work hard for. Good for him. ❤

[@Tortilla.Reform]

So you’re making assumptions, even though he was bought by Peter Thiel

[@equine2020]

Shows what determination & ambition can do. Not feeling sorry, but working to acheive. That is the Amican dream.

[@Utubeisevil]

what peter thiel's money can do

[@Tortilla.Reform]

You’re making so many generous assumptions that people with money must have worked hard for it 😂 he is bought and sold by peter thiel

[@NicholasDeLuca-i7x]

AS A HUMAN BEING NOTHING,ZERO THE LOWER FORM OF ANIMAL LIFE!

[@MrClockw3rk]

Good for him. Can we be positive towards someone’s financial success anymore?

[@hariseldon3786]

Sure can bc he started "honestly"...

[@Utubeisevil]

goof for peter thiel that his paid for candidate is in race

[@Miles4912]

I started off with a "small loan" of a million dollars.

[@hariseldon3786]

@@Miles4912 Regarding venture capital that is very small... miniscule...

[@nathenmunn4242]

Yes!

[@SuperMissDaisey]

I totally love JD VANCE. JD for President 2028

[@Heru2088]

Congratulations,👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾⭐️🌟💯💎👍👑🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏, Blessings I am very Proud of you.

[@lindafinuliar4061]

God bless JD Vance.Hard work pays and anyone in USA can do it .The opportunity is out there so take advantage of willing to work hard

[@lhtss322]

It’s giving heavy True American vibes ❤❤

[@ThriftyCHNR]

@@lhtss322 hmmmm no more like elite backer vibes…..

[@patrickmcardle4771]

And well deserved ❤

[@glendayoung-r2j]

Good for him ❤!

[@davidmitchell8798]

I came out a lower class hard working parents. Went to Ohio State University.

[@aquavelva4927]

So he didn’t have to get into politics to get rich?

[@toddtheisen8386]

Went to Yale. Silicon Valley. Senator. Not exactly what comes to mind when someone says "working class".

[@brianfoldz40]

Such a refreshing analysis of a politician and their success, in a world full of crooked, sleaziness.

[@momog5615]

Just wait for it

[@brianfoldz40]

@@momog5615 wait for what?

[@Mike-vd2qt]

@brianfolding40 Look up Peter Thiel that was only briefly mentioned. All three of Vance's hedge fund and VC jobs were through Thiel, who also gave $15 million to Vance's PAC for the senate. Thiel is a TechBro that wants reduced regulations on banking, AI, and Crypto. But, you look it all up yourself and decide. Then look up Curtis Yarvin.

[@linjp2773]

There's also a lot of vitriol and jealousy about his success.

[@bosun99uk]

An interesting life still unfolding

[@gloriamosure9184]

So what! Good guy!

[@Mr.Darien]

The American dream way to go JD Vance.

[@jimmckee2940]

More power to him 💕I can relate

[@larainefields2169]

JD is such an impressive character.

[@leonadams1053]

Pretty damn good for someone under 40.

[@patelswapnilmech]

True

[@Tortilla.Reform]

That’s because he was bought by Peter Thiel

[@timpoos4635]

Self made but he had a lot of help and good luck along the way.

[@TimothyandEmmaSwepston]

I don’t agree with his current politics- he’s changed so much. But he literally came from nothing, beat incredible odds and no one can take that from him.

[@2delegy]

@@charlotteperry86 its called being good faith towards people until they give you a reason to doubt them at their word. Maybe you should try that sometime idk

[@charlotteperry86]

@@2delegy Yes I agree I will rethink this, thanks and hopefully we will get a new President and VP that will work for us.

[@2delegy]

@@charlotteperry86 I apologize for my tone, it is actually refreshing to see someone reply and take feedback. I am not supportive or against Vance as of now, but the floor is his to dictate how I feel about him as a VP if elected. He has had some interesting bi-partisan success in congress which I think is not worth overlooking but also doesn't mean the world. I think bridging the gap between parties is important for the future though and especially the children.

[@jeanbeck3962]

GI Bill paid his education. Way to go Marine. Make a great President of the USA

[@Bbenton1959]

DEI candidate.

[@Shirley_-zn8kl]

HE DID A GOOD JOB FOR A POOR BOY ! IT IS THIS COUNTRY ANYONE CAN DO IT IN THIS COUNTRY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Dave-zl2ky]

Yale was an almost free ride. What dept do you occur from that?

[@allenseymour1895]

Was not born with a silver spoon a self made man from an impoverished back ground living the American dream.

[@Bbenton1959]

Forbes picking highlights that sound good. He was a publist in Iraq. Not combat.

[@oliviaglass3843]

Remember the old commercial… he got it the old fashion way, HE EARNED IT 😊

[@Sam-nb1rm]

A hillbilly to a successful person. What a good example to everyone of us!

[@omarhalsey3777]

Yes but not when it's full of corruption and hate.

[@overman2306]

​@@omarhalsey3777People like you are full of hate.

[@lynnroberts76]

A law degree, risky business experience and military experience will make him a great President!

[@lynnroberts76]

@e.t.ethics1771 agreed. He also seems to be the smartest man in the room, which also greatly will improve WDC!

[@ThomasOutt]

The stuff that comes from his mouth is not for the benefit of all concerned. It is all self serving.

[@Beauxtrux]

In my estimation, not much!

[@bosun99uk]

The American dream achieved

[@Bbenton1959]

Lying on his household wealth. $175,000 a year is not poverty.

[@HBR677]

Rag to riches. An American dream

[@capricorn839]

I think it's fishy

[@overman2306]

​@@capricorn839You think it's fishy because you're nuts.

[@alexleanh]

@@overman2306 Nah, just do a bit of research on his track record.

[@overman2306]

@@alexleanh Enlighten us.

[@Bbenton1959]

His family made $175,000 a year. That's not poverty.

[@prmpatti]

Considering his credentials, everything sounds about right. 👍🏽

[@grahamashe9715]

$10 million is still a lot of money?

[@7RedAces]

Funny, the AI didn't mention his failed Appharvest.

[@arturobayangos1223]

see they worms have started . let’s start how much did HunterBiden receive from Chinese Mr Forbes ?

[@michaelagyare6349]

And trumpet family and friends from Russian,china ,Saudi Arabia and Korea billionaires ?insurrection pimps

[@meenapatel4601]

JD Vance you should exchange your nomination you should stand for President America Need ypu!!

[@mlh5434]

"America's economy is broken, even though my story is living proof that it's not." - JD Vance

[@overman2306]

He's an older millennial. Now do Gen Z.

[@hwfranjr]

ALL POLITICIANS GO IN WITH NORMAL PAY,LARGE EXPENSIVE EDUCATIONS AND WHERE SOES THE MONEY COME FROM,BIG MONEY,BIG HOMES,BIG BIG BIG,LOL,JUST A LITTLE OLD COUNTRY NOY,B.S.

[@naydeepolanco1603]

10 million? lol Thats just upper middle class here in NY. Nothing wrong with that, but the title make it sound like he was filthy rich

[@7415_Gamer]

Thought as much.

[@kamu747]

Perspective. The title makes it sound like he is wealthy, which he is. Especially when compared to the majority of Americans and the world at large. Forbes News caters to an international market.

[@janethughes966]

Exactly! We looked into buying a condo in manhattan and a decent one costs $1.8 million at least 😂

[@robertamatchitt9256]

He's getting up there

[@Nora-ei4ph]

❤ USA ❤🌎❤

[@jamesharber7820]

Do I detect a tone of jealousy….?

[@alexleanh]

Nah, just facts. Some people just can't face the facts, instead they just go with the mass mentality and the flow of the current wave.

[@peterj.farnsworth2606]

Who is J.D Wance? never heard of him! So he should do well in USA Polotics.

[@bob.w3984]

Vance Didnt learn much

[@christiesebaratnam9155]

I totally agree with you but you need to talk less to me interested in your program

[@winstong7867]

What about his bitcoin holdings

[@zoraidita2022]

He is also converted to Catholicism.

[@SharonThoboisluvtolive]

Dah!!!!😢

[@hwfranjr]

Ya think he made $10mil from a book sales,lol😂😂😂😂

[@evalehde3869]

If he has ten million dollars, why wouldn’t he pay off the house?

[@luciebrice7192]

He should be running for president

[@M98747]

He will in 2028. I expect the front runners to be Vance, Byron Donald, Marco Rubio, Tim Scott, Elise Stefanik, and Sarah Huckabee Sanders.

[@rongendron8705]

I'm sure he will, in 2028!

[@gandhijiyalamanchili7754]

You should learn proper pronunciation of Usha Chilukuri. Content is good.

[@trangnguyen-qr6ne]

👍

[@caseclosed9342]

That’s not how “Usha” is pronounced…🤦‍♂️That said, love JD Vance! 🇺🇸

[@wayneguy6043]

I don’t care how much he has…

[@jimday3112]

Did he earn that in the private sector or accumulate it from unused campaign funds, corporate donors and bribes?

[@kman5768]

Do a story when he leaves the White House!

[@jw999]

Only $10 million?

[@upendradasi]

Its pronounced Usha not asha just so you know. Like ursula!😊

[@kirankishore9934]

Usha as in “Wo”man and “Shu”nt. Thanks.

[@hwfranjr]

TUMP SONT pick them up unless rich,just a fact,show me one poor guy he will pick for anything

[@lindabeck2036]

Why does this matter?

[@toplarry]

Is that a birth mark behind his ear?

[@righteousbyfaithinChrist]

Of course no poor person becomes the vice president.

[@HelenBarlas-ql3ou]

Who cares about him

[@006bobman]

It's u-sha, not ah-sha @forbes

[@kylefabbro171]

Don't trust this guy one bit. He's bought by big tech and the same corporatism that destroyed his hometown. people think he's looking out for the little guy, please 🙄

[@SummerTyme5]

Once Diaper Donnies health causes him to step aside. Muskrat will buy the Presidency from ShaDy Vance. 🤣

[@user-nw3sd2td9l]

You also forgot he graduated Summa Cum Laude in those two years.

[@Mis-AdventureCH]

I'll see JD's uber boring portfolio (despite being a tech VC guy) and raise you Nancy's NVIDIA position....never mind the rest ofo them who went long on defense stocks in the run up to you know what...

[@zico739]

While I despise his politics, his backstory is genuinely interesting and impressive.

[@M98747]

What do you despise about his politics? Honestly asking. Economically, he's closest to Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, only with less regulation. Most people don't understand JD's politics before criticizing him. He's extremely centrist, and corporations hate him. I'm a free market pure conservative guy, so he wasn't my choice, but he genuinely cares about the US, and I'm willing to give it a shot. Reportedly, he has the highest pure IQ of anyone in Congress, so even if I disagree with him, he's brilliant.

[@GrahamSoofer]

@@M98747 where's he on abortion and israel/ukraine?

[@CharlesMeyer-r3x]

J D Vance isn't worth anything!

[@qalinlecilmi947]

Mahadlbaa wax iiqaban maxaad iitaraysaan 4 sano hortiina ayaan taaganahay anigu madaxwayne joe baydan ayaan magan u ahay muxuu iisoo daray ilaa hada gaajo ayaa wehel ii ah lama bixi karo lacag lasoo deray

[@johnking6252]

🐟🐠🐡🐠🐡🐟. 🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑

[@ThomasOutt]

Vance is not worth anything to me. He gloms onto rich people. Any leech does that, it is how they survive.

[@davidmann4533]

When you pass the bar exam you get a license to steal😂

[@mahansiphone]

Dollar 50!

[@blusnuby2]

Great; another f`n lawyer in our 'ruling class.' Well, at least he`s a Marine.....

[@M98747]

He went to law school, but made most of his money as an author and investor. Serious rags to riches story. Single mother with a heroin addiction. Saved by his grandma and the Marines. People I trust completely have met him and said he is the most genuine politician they've seen, and he cares more about working class people than anyone.

[@blusnuby2]

@@M98747 Thank you for sharing your insight.

[@momog5615]

When you’re willing to sell your soul (and body) it’s easy to get rich

[@dianevaccarino4655]

Who cares ,

[@HarisonThes]

Pocketwatching

[@biscaynesupercars]

It’s Forbes. What were you expecting to hear?

[@SenorJuan2023]

No student loan debt despite going to Law School. Very suspicious.

[@ThriftyCHNR]

He could have a handler or elite backer

[@terriwhite6273]

the military pays for some college tuition

[@SenorJuan2023]

@@terriwhite6273 Yeah, but Yale Law School is extremely expensive and he already used it (or some of it) for his undergraduate degree.

[@pablogarcia12343]

Private schools often give extra aid to Veterans to cover higher cost, thats what happened to me at USC I payed $0 in tuition.

[@SenorJuan2023]

@@pablogarcia12343 payed?

[@lindafitak]

Are you trying to make Vance look like some super rich multi millionaire? So what if he has 10 million dollars. I know a guy with a baseball collection worth more than that and a family whose 2nd house is worth more than that and neither of them think they are really rich. Vance is NOT some super rich guy. When he has a fortune like Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos then let’s talk.