SUPERCUT: Trump 2024 GOP Running Mate JD Vance's Top Senate Hearing Moments

Sen. JD Vance (R-OH) is former President Trump's 2024 running mate choice-here are some of his top moments from Senate hearings.
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[@HenryMorgan-kp6cy]

I admire his ability to call someone an idiot without calling them an idiot

[@michaelgalt388]

I think he likes the word “dipshit” vs “idiot”. Yes, he’s a gifted communicator in a very disarming way😂

[@biffalobull2335]

Looking forward to the VP debate

[@gra4dont]

dude sure had a lot of high-level corporate expirience

[@Pumpkin0_0]

@@gra4dont ?

[@Oskyosky2009]

Except when he outright calls people idiots. Like how he used to refer to trump, he’s a two faced liar like Kamala

[@Marcoose81]

The ability to be critical, without being cruel. This guy will be a great VP, and an even better future president.

[@Ericthelogos]

He is weak. He will attract war.

[@Beeheezey-2.0]

The more I see on this Man, the more I like him. He's VERY INTELLIGENT and very honest.

[@pearlwhite3009]

Thank you for presenting some of Vance's questioning. I am so impressed with his demeanor and knowledge of these subjects. He's a great VP pick.

[@lloydgush]

Sharp as a knife!

[@maryjemisonMaryjay1936]

JD Vance ⭐️💫

[@richardbigouette3651]

He's so good at disarming those people. They feel they don't have to lie so much. That way, we can pull some truth out of 'em.

[@jenniferharris9306]

WOW! So excited to have him as a VP!!! What an upgrade!

[@DingleBerryschnapps]

Lmfao... He didn't do anything that Jim jordan, Cruz or Paul did, even better.

[@Kathleennebel]

Facts!!!! Huge upgrade !!

[@willcampbell2485]

@@DingleBerryschnappsbut he’s a better and more relateable speaker that appeals more to most of the working class

[@ThailandDantotherescue]

This dude is as smooth as ive ever seen... He actually got people to answer questions. Great VP pick!

[@PurpleHaze_11]

Imagine a debate with Kamala 😂

[@DavidGarcia-ll5zh]

That would be foolishness and non productive, a complete waste of time 🫤...​@@PurpleHaze_11

[@8kenjacob]

JD Vance is an excellent thinker speaker in questioner Maker. He was an excellent pick for Trump.

[@MrGerdbrecht]

Not really a great thinker. Talking about "too big to fail" as a given is already against basic principles of capitalism. It keeps the rich rich and the poor poor.

[@elizabethmccarthy9885]

Did that woman just say the root cause of homelessness was lack of access to a home?

[@mcannonsr]

I just heard that and saw your comment at the same time. She just said she doesn’t like to paint all homelessness with a broad brush and then makes an asinine statement that ALL of them don’t have access to stable, affordable housing.

[@murielsundermier1044]

Hmmmmm….go figure!

[@kylemenos]

I like the bit where she mentioned how diverse the homeless are. What an inclusive community poverty is.

[@prestonmiller8485]

I think she went to the same school as Kamala

[@JRWatchman85]

I know, right. No shit. 😆

[@Franimus]

I love that he's humble enough to admit when he's not sure of something, and that he's going to look into it some more, rather than plowing forward obstinately to prove a point. I'm pretty sure that makes him the smartest man in that whole city!!!

[@SmoothJK]

Imagine a debate between this brilliant man and Kamala...

[@pettdog78]

Few months we'll see it. Gonna have a fresh bag of popcorn... 😂

[@pbotet]

Lol

[@travispratt6327]

The funny part is all the leftists actually think Kamala will “destroy” him, I think they’ll be just as surprised as Biden’s debate lol

[@scottmattern482]

Did you see where he used to refer to trump as America's Hitler? What a champ!

[@nelsonfox3]

@@scottmattern482I did see that actually, as part of the a larger message where he is wondering if Trump will be another cynical politician or a polemicist not yet knowing how Trump would govern. Everyone kept saying this so I actually looked it up and wow are they taking that statement out of context maliciously.

[@MommeeMadre1]

Just finished JD's book. MUST READ!

[@maryjemisonMaryjay1936]

My Granddaughter a Professor at The University Of Southern Mississippi she Loved JD Vance Book 📖

[@MommeeMadre1]

@maryjemisonMaryjay1936 I'm black and grew up poor in the inner city. But so many concepts in his book are completely relatable to my own journey, and as I read, I kept thinking of certain people who NEED TO READ THIS BOOK!!!

[@thepurpleenigma]

The best pick for VP hands down. Can’t wait to elect this guy as President in 2028!

[@ShelbyRadar-hb7tj]

Your opinion, I totally disagree

[@megansummersides4255]

@@ShelbyRadar-hb7tj I’ve seen a few people unhappy with Trumps decision however no one can give me a straight answer as to what in particular. I do know he wasn’t a fan of Trump years ago but he’s been pretty open about that but what else if I may ask.

[@Teajryan]

@@megansummersides4255 I guess you cannot ask....

[@megansummersides4255]

@@Teajryan Apparently so...🤷‍♀️

[@ThatGuy-p5z]

I’m a dyed in the wool Conservative. Having said that, it is my opinion that Vivek Ramaswamy would have been the better long term pick. Intelligent, well spoken, successful businessman with a knack for bridging divides.

[@mikeh0114]

JD and Vivek are good friends. It's obvious these 2 have talked issues at a very high level. Vivek is my guy, but this pick is awesome for Trump. My hope is Vivek is in a high level cabinet position...he's much too smart to be on the sidelines.

[@PurpleHaze_11]

❤

[@st8fromtheho0d18]

I agree!! But I definitely want to see a VR 2028 Ticket!

[@pennywilson823]

I don’t trust vivek … look into his past look into how he made his money it was dirty .. and he also jumped on the Covid wagon! Soo I know people can change. But I’m not so sure

[@81speeddemon]

Ya not gonna lie...i know very lil about this Vance guy...but from hearing the way he speaks and asked questions and laying things out the way he has in this video.....he is growing on me.

[@birdgirl1516]

He’s really intelligent and respectful. I like the way he spoke about race towards the end

[@SullySadface]

He's a weird one, for sure. I appreciate that he's not only not a decaying corpse stuffed into a suit, but also his stances against degeneracy and sending US dollars overseas.

[@susanharris9383]

Go watch the movie about his life, called Hillbilly Elegy! It is a damn good movie, and helps to show how far he has come in life! He is a good dude...

[@susanharris9383]

You need to watch the movie about his life starring Amy Adams and Glenn Close! It tells his real story, and shows how he became who he is today...it is called Hillbilly Elegy!

[@laever1804]

Thank you, for giving us the opportunity to get to know him better. I appreciate this.

[@sarapiburn2523]

Love Mr. Vance. Looking forward to the US of AMERICA having a real VP🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@tel8786]

This is only a highlight/supercut reel, but he's managed to be both sharp in his questioning without being disrespectful or combatative. Well done.

[@TheBrennanSchafer]

Seriously, a smart younger politician with the ability to speak eloquently… something we have not seen for FAR too long.

[@grizzlygrizzle]

Kind of off topic, but around 13:40, the witness touts the sanctions on Russia as forcing Putin to jack up government spending, with ruinous long term effects on their economy. Haha. The Dems' economic program does that here, on purpose, without being forced to.

[@James-qp8ez]

Agreed

[@maryjemisonMaryjay1936]

Agreed 🇺🇸🇺🇸🗽

[@michaelkoester2333]

Yes but he don't seem to understand rent increases, inflation and how the income rate is not keeping up with it... driving homelessness rates up!

[@dwaynebogart7801]

Mr Vance you are right on in your assessments and advise. Your discernment and intelligence are true qualities of leadership. As a white male, retiree I never asked for a free dime in my life and worked my butt off to be a legitimate citizen. I got jobs by being the best at what I did, not because of my color or lack there of.

[@davidroberson1962]

I like that he is intelligent, calm, and doesn't do the attack thing like others such as Ted Cruz would have. It makes him seem like an adult and means the response isn't as heated. Most importantly he doesn't have a Northeast accent. I'm so tired of hearing people like that. He also has a beard. I think it is time for another bearded president. I like that he acknowledges the other side with positive words even while pointing out that they are wrong in his opinion. This is the leader we need. I think I might vote for Trump for the first time because of this guy and Trump saying he would pick a libertarian cabinet member.

[@mummbamiester6338]

It’s so refreshing and makes me hopeful to hear we have a small minority of people with common sense and critical thinking.

[@GreySix]

Admirable the way he exposes idiocy without directly calling its adherents idiots.

[@JukeHighwalker]

We are in good hands With JD! Great choice!!!

[@GangstarComputerGod]

I hope he grows into a leader for the party. He’s sane, common sense and even if you don’t agree with everything he says he can have a respectful discussion.

[@user-en8qr1gm2l]

JD Vance was surprise to me..cant warm to him but its Trumps call and know they have both learnt alot whereas I admit I know nothing other than what Ive followed so.. Go Trump/Vance 2024👍

[@seashellmermaid]

JD can't be bought like Trump. He is a good soul!

[@sherria4920]

Intelligent observations and concerns, with fair treatment and respect. I like it!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@emilybriancochran9700]

The best part is the 13:40 mark is when the Biden admin rep says if you boost government spending it temporarily props up GDP but leads to long-term fiscal issues and inflation. Maybe he can explain that to his peers.

[@sheiladunphy7232]

Well spoken smart and much younger than the normal pick l like him

[@havenpersonalcare7968]

@@sheiladunphy7232 agree 100%; plus a seasoned Marine veteran; icing on his resume.

[@ShelbyRadar-hb7tj]

Hevthevtrue definition of a RINO, in my opinion based on his MSNBC with Rachel

[@sheiladunphy7232]

@@ShelbyRadar-hb7tj sorry I don’t watch that show or that channel

[@elizabethrinconpassmore3683]

❤❤❤love JD Vance ❤️ ♥️ God bless and keep you safe..in His Son's precious blood...❤

[@theokirkley]

Why do you believe Jesus died for your sins? Why would a loving God send his child to die as a sacrifice for someone else's sin? This is such an abhorrent and irresponsible belief.

[@prestonmiller8485]

This guy is gonna be a hell of a VP

[@steelermike5219]

The more I learn about Vance and hear him the more I like him! I see why trump picked him

[@Gem22_Enlightened]

Yes Vance!!! I watched Hillbilly Elegy and I am sold on this guy! Great pick for Trump, awesome man with an awesome story. I literally cried

[@mmastroleo]

I like him. Good job Trump team in your selection for VP.

[@boomjordan]

Well formed questions and genuine curiosity? Rarely seen in these hearings…

[@PurpleHaze_11]

He was prepared

[@Beeheezey-2.0]

DEI HAS NO PLACE, ABSOLUTELY NO PLACE. In the MILITARY. IT'S RIDICULOUS.

[@hyonlif4488]

Our current open border policy is effecting the increase in the homeless problem. It isn’t helping at all.

[@sharonbielski2792]

Thank you ❤❤, J.Vance. may God put a protected 🙏 hedge around your.

[@Didleeios88]

I would love if we could have politicians like this at all levels of government. Respectful and articulate. What a guy

[@wheelmanstan]

He's probably the best balance of all the candidates. Carson is too old, Vivek too inexperienced, Noem shot herself in the foot, Tulsi's barely even met Trump, Cruz..next please, Scott isn't taken seriously, Burgum seems like a pushover. Don't get me wrong, I know Vivek would bring more votes and makes a far more interesting ticket..but he just ain't ready yet. Vance was anti-Trump, but guess what, of all the politicians that are die-hard MAGA Trumpers now..WHO THE HELL WASN'T?

[@Paulie705]

This right here is the best analysis of all the VP candidates I've seen

[@danjohnson8556]

I agree. But he J.D. needs to make Vivek his V.P. candidate in 2028.

[@jackoff1826]

Vivek openly talked about he will not take a VP position...but now I'm seeing him talk about possibly taking Vance's Senator spot in Ohio. And I believe, Vivek could not be JD's running mate in 2028 because you're not allowed to have both from the same state. If I'm wrong with what I've heard, correct me please.

[@user-op5iz4ko1u]

​@@jackoff1826 it doesn't take much to move if they both want it to happen

[@nwofailure]

Dick Cheney backed Burgum, So glad its not an associate of that WAR MONGER.

[@ginaj617]

Let’s Go JD 💯🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@user-ds8wy7mz3z]

So grateful he was picked rather than some performative prick. "Gotcha" questioning and straw manning in these types of meetings for clicks and fame are so tiresome.

[@chrismalaney6620]

I was thinking the same. The Gotcha Guys are necessary. They're verbal memes. I prefer thoughtful reasoning and logic.

[@travisjazzbo3490]

JD was an excellent choice

[@dorarobertson3608]

Reading about JD Vance. Sounds like a perfect choice for VP. God bless our beautiful nation.

[@PolaPoplawska]

Yes , vance called Trump "American Hitler" and in 2016 called himself _never-Trump guy "

[@ShelbyRadar-hb7tj]

Listen to what Vance previous said about DJT on MSNBC with Rachel, in my opinion is the worse candidate possible. He is a RINO , that my opinion.

[@LawAdNauseam]

@@ShelbyRadar-hb7tjI did not support Donald Trump before he was president. I can’t fault someone for being extremely skeptical, but he had the humility to publicly change his mind. We shouldn’t punish people for exhibiting growth

[@user-lx5jl3dt3e]

Jd Vance is a ass kicker.

[@pablowentscobar]

Forbes had this sh*t ready to roll.

[@PurpleHaze_11]

And I’m glad about that..I feel comfortable with this

[@JRWatchman85]

Seems like a solid pick to me.

[@lastridge]

Awww... I wanted to hear him struggle to attempt to explain the diagram more...

[@snakey934Snakeybakey]

Good for him. I wish him well.

[@lincolntrewethey]

When did it become trendy to always say, "Thank you for the question"? It always sounds like they are being insincere, and trying to delay while they think of an answer.

[@justina832]

The problem is the government

[@conniewaycaster7571]

Good job JDVance.

[@Worklikeyoushouldbe]

I would have like Hawley! Hope this guy is loyal...

[@mikeh0114]

Wait, you wanted someone who is part of the corrupt uniparty, but are questioning JD's loyalty? This must be a troll post.

[@Worklikeyoushouldbe]

@@mikeh0114 the only corrupt party is the RINO's and the Dumbocrats. A fool could see that so what does that make you? 🤔 😆

[@steveablet4041]

@@mikeh0114Hawley advocated for the case in Missouri v Biden and got more union voters to start coming over.

[@YoMomma1337]

@@mikeh0114you might want to look up some of the things JD has said about Trump in the past. He actually compared Trump to Hitler and said he would vote for Hillary.

[@Pumpkin0_0]

@@YoMomma1337 He changed his mind long ago. Is it wrong for people to open their eyes?

[@GmaD-uu8tu]

very intelligent and great pick for VP!!

[@northernmetalworker]

I like that he is able to get through the defensive responses that many of these interactions usually result in.

[@David-ei5lq]

Please Forbes, do NOT place your banner over the name plate those speaking. IMHO it lowers your reputation as a legitimate (best) news organization. It did get better past the halfway point.

[@RM-dc6zd]

“from each according to his ability, to each according to his need” - I hope I don’t have to explain where this comes from, or why it’s problematic

[@christiansgrignoli3351]

Please do explain

[@RM-dc6zd]

@@christiansgrignoli3351 spoken like a true GenZ-er: can’t even be bothered to google it themselves, want everything delivered to them on a silver platter, based on a request on social media. Your ignorance is proving my point.

[@drakeweddner]

​@@christiansgrignoli3351 it's a direct quote from Karl marx

[@carma459]

Anyone that has billions is stupid to put all their money in one Bank.

[@mikeferreira4960]

Great points on the Housing First approach

[@cryptical1394]

Best pick Trump could made. Hope there is a room for Tulcy in his cabinet.

[@czarcastic1458]

Tulsi s a Dem

[@jonathandeere6232]

She is an Independent, keep up. Secretary of State

[@nancykorensek4083]

Defense Secretary?

[@jonathandeere6232]

@@nancykorensek4083 I think Secretary of State puts her more front and center and she can promote a peace agenda she and Trump both agree on. My thoughts at least.

[@nancykorensek4083]

Works for me! Either way she's not a warmonger.

[@potterj09]

This guy was in highschool around the same time as Trudeau yet seems a lot more adult.

[@crazytrain7114]

Trudy will always be an angry little girl.

[@tinadavis5626]

The tongue speaks the abundance of the heart. That’s who you are lady! Arrrrgggghhh

[@PerQuelo3731]

Nice Duo for the White House

[@4allcollector]

Do you think so, just picking this VP he lost 5 vote in my family, another pence.

[@PerQuelo3731]

we dont need heroes or activists, we need normal people based on facts who listen to the people and speak for them. he could be the right one for the job. thaz what i think and hope. at least is better than Kamala😂

[@adamdorsey3294]

@@4allcollector then your family is pro biden.

[@bethc3796]

@@4allcollectorhe is not a Pence. He is for the people. Very well spoken and does not bow down!

[@hurlzly9031]

Pence was a long time corrupted politician- this man is not that

[@baigandinel7956]

Truly equal outcomes would require an all-powerful government, and even then they would fail to achieve it.

[@ivanbluetarski9071]

well my take away from this is ... buzz words do not solve problems

[@elizabethmccarthy9885]

If you're so worried about the words we're using you shouldn't be flying multi-tonne metal engines through the sky.

[@brucepryce9716]

Yes, we should all walk!

[@pauliep2020]

I think this is a great VP pick and will balance well with Trump’s bigger personality.

[@megamus3]

The guy that was stuck on the word "wife" being used in normal discourse is more used to the term "baby mama".

[@markzbilski1630]

JD deserves the support, genuine public servant

[@skylilly1]

The “airmen” phrasing coincides with both male and female. I’ve always felt that way about it. Look at the second syllable “men man” now let’s look at woman, women they both share the same second syllable let’s leave that alone.

[@blegault19]

Imagine discovering plurals 😂

[@wilmofosho]

Next they will find the term mankind offensive or human lol.

[@hurlzly9031]

He asks questions in a way that respects people who he doesn’t agree with. I’m impressed. (I was not familiar with Vance prior to today). I think he will be a very good counter weight to Trump’s often abrasive approach that threw me off of voting for Trump in previous elections. (I had already made my decision to vote for Trump prior to his VP pick btw).

[@hurlzly9031]

And I feel even more confident in my vote now

[@PurpleHaze_11]

I’m impressed

[@mdcclxxviepluribusunum1066]

“We’ve cut off Russia from its major energy consumer in Europe” Yes you did and blamed Russia

[@crazytrain7114]

Nope, that was Bidens CIA goons. Senators don't get to do cool military stuff.

[@WyoRaider]

Wish he was able to diagnose the difference between equity and equality better. This is a big problem and few are calling it out.

[@conniewaycaster7571]

Mr. Nolan, you need to deal with TODAY. We have too many problems now, and your not gonna fix tomorrow til you fix today.

[@jenniferharris9306]

Your banner obscures the names of the speakers which would have been nice...BUT thank you for compiling!!

[@carsonhawkes]

Highlight reel? Why are we being burdened by what has been? ;)

[@birdgirl1516]

😂😂

[@lisafilly464]

Harris won’t even understand what Vance says. I can’t wait to see this debate. Gonna be like Einstein VS Homer Simpson😂

[@yacobshelelshaddai4543]

Mr Nolen has clearly demonstrated that he has no spine. You're fired.

[@LandrySullivan]

Trump Vance 24!!! Let’s go!

[@ben4032]

media today put out a piece that this guy is way too conservative. i’ve listened to about a half hour now and yeah that was an outright lie.

[@michaelgalt388]

He and vivek don’t approach topics in binary terms. Both are methodical and open minded….reasonable. In some issues, he will seem liberal. But that’s because he prioritizes the working class first. Fascinating man.

[@jackoff1826]

That's nearly all that media does anymore. They should never be trusted and should be held accountable for their lies and the consequences of them.

[@BaconbuttywithCheese]

He seems fairly lucid. Comparitively so.

[@annA48126]

Sooo good to see common-sense back on the table! 🙂

[@kellyw8017]

How did the senate CONFIRM that there were actual deposits of those amounts in that bank? Couldn't it easily have been a scam????

[@weird1600]

love how the money is spent to change the words perhaps changes like this should not be happening and the money spent paying down the national debt!

[@MattttG3]

JD make sure Vivek gets a top cabinet position maybe secretary of state honestly we need him, I am 31 and a Republican. Vivek gives me hope like I have never felt before for any politician

[@kelliekriss2131]

Same! Vivek is an absolute master of language. He doesn’t hem and haw and ummm and aahh. He is extremely smart and I think he is the absolute best when debating on news or in a debate. JD Vance is certainly very intelligent and a good solid person no doubt. Vivek just really inspires me and I hope he plays a critical role in the administration.

[@Foolofatook889]

VP Vance!!!!!

[@farkasbelabill5969]

Great Job

[@Jane-kp3xr]

J D Vance is Overqualified for VP if you compare him to Kamala Harris and Obama.

[@samesryals6952]

I would have liked Byron Donalds he would of had to leave Florida though but i like vance he's more for the people than the government and elitists and we definitely need that

[@leem200]

Great pick!! Trump/Vance 2024! Young strong and intelligent. I love winning!!!!!! Trump/Vance 2024!

[@beegchunguz7425]

"If housing first is working, why isn't it working because the homeless problem is getting worse?" Pretty sensibly delivered question. We're creating programs that are exacerbating issues.

[@peacepoet1947]

It's life and it is enough to drive you crazy!

[@rdhick07]

He is right on, regarding homelessness. I work in a field that deals with homelessness and that is EXACTLY what the problem is. We are shelling out millions of dollars to house people who continue to use, do not get jobs, and when the money runs out for the housing, they are right back to being homeless.

[@khanservativ2401]

Great pick President TRUMP !

[@lynnbonzon7313]

Trump / Vance 2024

[@monicamayer977]

They do what they want!!!!

[@DAMIX007]

This guy and Ron Desantis after Trump, being American, will be next to the best thing in the world.

[@divineknowledge4607]

Trump 2024! That's what that means!!

[@Klatubarada1979]

If you dont agree with JD Vance on DEI you're putting yourself, your loved ones and everyone else in danger.

[@amarreder6241]

JD will make Ohio's down ballot Republican!

[@ShelbyRadar-hb7tj]

DJT HAS ALREADY DONE THAT, HE DIDN'T NEED VANCE FOR THAT.

[@amarreder6241]

@@ShelbyRadar-hb7tj How U no

[@Khunkeag]

Trump Vance 2024

[@ShelbyRadar-hb7tj]

DJT 2016-2024,

[@DeadalusX]

So the main reason for homelessness is the people's lack of access to homes