Trump picks JD Vance as his Vice President Candidate | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Trump picks JD Vance as his Vice President Candidate | Vantage with Palki Sharma
Donald Trump has picked Ohio Senator JD Vance to be his vice-presidential candidate. Vance, a onetime critic of Trump, has proven himself to be a reliable loyalist in the last few years. What explains Trump's decision to pick Vance? What does he bring to the table? Palki Sharma tells you.
---
JD Vance | Vice President | Donald Trump | RNC | Republican National Convention | US Election | Joe Biden | Trump Shooting | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News
#jdvance #donaldtrump #rnc2024 #republicannationalconvention #republican #trumprally #uselection #joebiden #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews
Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens.
The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost.
By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories - making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas.
Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms.
​
Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live.
/ @firstpost
Follow Firstpost on Instagram:
/ firstpost
Follow Firstpost on Facebook:
/ firstpostin
Follow Firstpost on Twitter:
/ firstpost
Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp:
www.whatsapp.c...

[@KalanYore]

Correction he had served in the US Marines as a combat correspondent and not in a infantry role but is capable as all Marines and US Army personnel are soldiers first before any MOS job skill.

[@b.cdrisk2035]

No one outside the US military cares about the different branches

[@rajR5945]

Vivek will be picked in the cabinet..

[@bobbyben6134]

Vivek 😂 yes right😂😂. He’s just a show

[@amitkrai7640]

vivek will be finance secretary​@@bobbyben6134

[@spamaddress8976]

So is Trump , Haley and Biden. Atleast Vivek does it better.​@@bobbyben6134

[@mhawk1292]

Isn't The whole of the US has become a show 😂😂 , ​@@bobbyben6134

[@champx1819]

You have no idea how popular he's becoming day by day ​@@bobbyben6134

[@mr.timebombman2230]

He picked him because he's young and not a career politician that's been in it for 30-40 years. Don't think he's been truly overtaken by the swamp yet

[@yannip2083]

Billionaire Peter Thiel bought him for Trump. See how it works?!

[@magical_streaming]

​@@yannip2083 how much did he pay

[@donnaclarke8595]

Vance works with penateir, who donated millions to Trump. an is for biometrics. His company searched for January 6ers and arrested. He wants All mega Trumpers on terrorists lists. Vivek was more trusting than Vance.

[@Kelly-vc4rs]

There is no shame in changing one's opinion. It takes more courage for one to admit wrong and change one's opinion.

[@human99992]

But he certainly not better than Vivek ramaswamy

[@durgathapa2231]

​@human99992 Actually, no one is better than Vivek. He never took the wrong foot during the debate and interviews. 😊. He's too clever. 😅

[@alexlong3714]

@@human99992 Vance is already a serving Senator and a politician. Ramaswarmy is not a politician, yet?

[@rafiqjennings5262]

I don’t think the issue was whether he changed his political position. I think the question is has his wife changed her political position. 🤔

[@coremanishmehta]

His views on abortion were correct before.. there was no need for change

[@mmthemouse1]

I was hoping for Vivek Ramaswamy. He seems more like a no nonsense man. I am not sure about a bitcoin He is not afraid to speak his mind. We don't need a yes man!!

[@mystickal6342]

You are right we dont need a “Yes Man”

[@KaushikkSahu-hp9dp]

He was sidelined because he was becoming more popular than trump and was a man of color. Thats how the world is rn

[@BatukaBhairavaSevak_Tuhin]

Yes, Mr. Vivek is overqualified to be in that post and a no nonsense candid person. But often there are top leaders who don't want people nearby who questioned them. And also the mindset of Hardcore Christians isn't with a brown guy. Still a colour factor in 21st century in the so called developed nation 😢

[@kevinmcfarlane2752]

But most of you guys wanted Pence to be a yes man on J6!

[@jacobpaul3429]

Same like a Muslim prime minister of India ​@@BatukaBhairavaSevak_Tuhin

[@faloreanye5477]

This is the best news channel. Everything is well articulated. Making you think critical even after what you have heard. Please continue the good work. More kudos to your efforts. Shalom!

[@ragibsen3211]

Vance has had dilemma where as Ramaswamy had clarity and articulation.

[@26socialbutterfly]

Rama was not good for US at all ..what is really going on with this pickDAM!!!!! NOT another CE VP meaning Pence and and Vance ...not another CE.. i hooe this one does not backstab him ! And he will NEVER go hard on Kamala she is south Asian like his wife! Amd hindu...wth!!!!!! Trump explain please!!!

[@ragibsen3211]

@@26socialbutterfly Mike Pompeo if you feel 2nd preferential thoughts. He is like...

[@rosadelamanecer1]

​@@26socialbutterflyAnd Vence is Racist this country are supourt for the work of All Inmigrant because all american Nativos are lazy they ask for high salary and emigrant work for anything the owner from copmany take adventage

[@coremaw]

You mean far right?

[@AruRomulo]

Hindu is your dad ​@@26socialbutterfly

[@leogaufo9990]

He served in the U.S. Marine Corps, not U.S. Army.

[@wickdvish]

Its really a huge thing that Biden even remembers who JD Vance is.

[@eleonoramarkopaljusevic3501]

Vance is like a mini Trump

[@VadulTharys]

Not really but he is smart and understands that change and negotiation is important.

[@vr840]

Palki, JD is a good hardworking man. Don't try to make him look bad. Everyone can change their opinion. It makes us human to correct ourselves if we think we were wrong. Please watch the movie first. Don't try to paint Trump and his team as bad. You will lose viewers ...

[@soniaa9481]

She is not a Trump fan.

[@I09862p]

Did she say anything wrong ? She quoted them and didn't add anything new. She is neither trump or biden fan . U have choices so u ll have bias but we indians r third person , we ll say it as it is.

[@tesfayekenea8533]

Wow, all in just 6 minutes! Tks, Palki!

[@jaylinn416]

Palki is the best in the world!

[@esmemohabir6891]

@@jaylinn416Great news caster perfect English Language and perfect pronunciation of words also beautiful young lady ♥️🌹👋

[@Fixkarnewala-boy]

Oho young lady do you like her😂​@@esmemohabir6891

[@AnonymousAnonymous-dc3jm]

He knows how to play Trump, just agree to everything Trump says, be his yes man, But his true intensions remain hidden.

[@TheSaltyEgo]

Trump respects Honorable opposition . Dems should be thrilled at the diversity in his wife but they won't be

[@craig4053]

At least Trump isn't Obama's puppet like Dementia Joe.

[@ipekurian4372]

Not true

[@deserenitatem]

​@@ipekurian4372very inteligent man 😂😂😂

[@socalmotionYT]

Why is everyone always paranoid lol

[@Phoenixevolve]

Palk always hyping the indian narrative

[@user-kl3ru7jp6f]

Isn't it obvious she is godis propagandist. Always pushes indian narrative don't get me wrong I'm indian toooo but she is tooo far in deeer headlights

[@emojiman5741]

Can u blame her? 🤣

[@orientalguy9462]

At least she's truthful in her news reports unlike India's neighbour to the west.

[@EvolveYourBrain]

@@user-kl3ru7jp6fshe should be asli godi media like Rathi, Ravish, Barkha, Rajdeep and others only then woke, liberal, jihadist will admire her

[@lone_warrior665]

If you would have seen the news report, JD vance wife is getting a spot in media right now. After Trump mentioned about her.

[@oneearthan]

Fun Fact, Vance has a son whose name is also Vivek

[@kevinmcfarlane2752]

Usha was a classmate of Vivek's.

[@CHRS-ri5mf]

@@kevinmcfarlane2752 lol

[@oneearthan]

@@understanding.everything it's not fake, his wife Usha is Hindu. they have 3 kids Ewan, 6; Vivek, 4; and Mirabel, 2.

[@ravisell2549]

@@kevinmcfarlane2752 🤣😂😂😂🤣😂😂😂😂🤣

[@mhawk1292]

That Indian guy Ramaswami would have been a better choice looking at the Global Diplomacy at present. Anyways GudLuck Mr Trump 🫡🔥🫂

[@IkechukwuOkoliPodcast]

Fantastic news

[@kishorechakraborty8991]

Why not Vivek Ramaswamy???

[@varun2250]

Why do we care? It's their country.

[@divyamrathi299]

​@@varun2250Their country affects literally every human on this planet.

[@TruthBeToldbyBab]

​@@varun2250 wow, that was an exemplary answer, wish people were more like you, but they have to poke their nose in other's business!

[@L20241]

Because he’s Indian! No way republicans will ever elect a brownie

[@TamTran-hy8dj]

Because he is Indian

[@drewbell5260]

So much better than Fox or MSDNC. 👍

[@nelsonortiz2768]

Can’t wait for after the elections what’s gonna happen to our future we have nowhere else to go, but up! I’m gonna read more about this gentleman. He’s got me very curious.

[@Amer.Rai.]

Selection of JD Vance is bit confusing and controversial

[@JoellHedges-dm1mu]

@Amer; NOBODY AT THE RNC WANTED “VANCE”, THE INSIDE WORD IS “J.D VANCE” “IS” the one behind President Trumps Assassination Attempt, and is holding President Trump and his family Hostage, along with the entire RNC!

[@JoellHedges-dm1mu]

“J.D. VANCE” “IS” THE DEVIL INCARNATE!!

[@rakeshvarma4632]

The anchor was wrong when she called Usha Vance an immigrant. Usha Vance is the daughter of Indian immigrants, but she is a U.S. citizen by birth.

[@onkarkulkarni24]

Reminds me of "Lance Vance" in gta Vice City LOL

[@varun2250]

Vice city, the most famous game during our childhood.

[@harshjaiswal9368]

Gotta perform the lance vance dance as well

[@fredrickdenga7552]

The real cash is upstairs in the safe😂😂

[@Tillyduck]

Trump had five good picks, all would make a great VP - Vance is certainly one of them.

[@nishantc9100]

All those guys who want Vivek Ramaswamy to be a VP pick. Please go and watch all the old videos, When asked this Q, Vivek said he will not accept if he was offered VP. Who knows it might have been great. 4 years VP, then next term become the President. Vivek is a man of his words. I think Vivek, JD, Usha were all at the same time at Yale Law School. JD had a tough life growing up. He is 39 years but he has certainly lived many lives. You watch Republican Convention. The support for Trump Vance campaign is so overwhelming. They are winning.

[@dreamhunter2973]

If trump wins, its over for the US.

[@gwynwashington4629]

JD Vance was not the obvious choice.

[@-ma]

1) White guy 2) Roman Catholic 3) Never participated in debates - JD Vance vs 1) Brown guy 2) Hindu 3) Won all the Republicans' debates - Vivek Ramaswamy

[@EAGLEYES112]

Vivek is too ambitious for a VP

[@varun2250]

​@@EAGLEYES112what do you mean exactly?

[@varun2250]

It's their country why should we care?

[@tipsygypsy6318]

That's really telling that try and blame race. As an American I say that makes you look racist. Your race card has been overdraft, it is no good anymore

[@-ma]

@@EAGLEYES112 in that case Trump is too ambitious running for President for his age.

[@EstherHaxhiu-es3qu]

With all respect I have a few India friends and had coworkers. They are strong in their own way and success is the top value.

[@markberhane8373]

I like the way you talk short and to the point in all news

[@Parasuraman-ey4wo]

I was wondering … Excellent topic again Palki. Your professional coverage informs and impresses, as always.

[@kindofanmol]

Vivek outclasses Vance on every political metric but only the colour of his skin got in his way of getting that VP ticket racism is well & alive in the United States of America.

[@YouCantHandleTheTruth.]

No. Vivek is a loudmouth and no one likes an arrogant narcissistic loudmouth. Vance was perfect pick!

[@PickledPreserves123]

Vance's wife is Asian.

[@nasoweak445]

Vivek has more important role rather by just being his vice president.

[@soho1080]

Your channel is amazing. w/ love from the US!

[@allex2451]

I don’t know but I don’t trust this Vance too much….

[@uchniezt1212]

His piercing eyes, maybe?

[@markpatel]

Vance is just a weak puppet that Trump can control. Only reason Vance was picked is because of his vote bank. Vance brings votes of those who are skeptical of Trump, as he himself was very critical of Trump. Vance also appeals to those who are struggling due to inflation, that is a lotttt of young votes! Additionally, his wife is Indian, so appealing to those people of color!

[@onkarkulkarni24]

@@allex2451 ah I see, you're GTA vc fan as well

[@user-wr9vj6mv9l]

Neither do very scary

[@rosadelamanecer1]

He are Racist he think are the white people are the Universy God.

[@jayr807]

love indian news india. Straight to the point

[@malcolmrunganga9723]

The main consideration for his nomination by Trump is his position on the Ukraine war...he wants to end the war just as much as President Trump!

[@leesteal4458]

That could not be a priority. The first aim is winning in November. He chose Vance because of his age and his hillbilly roots. Poor Whites will relate to him and believe me, there are many poor Whites.

[@yannip2083]

Dig deeper ... to learn more ... Billionaire Peter Thiel bought him for Trump. See how it works?!

[@tesfayekenea8533]

So, a yes-man picked?

[@timothylee2772]

VP is a yes-man position...😂😂😂

[@cye2310]

Vance is a yes man?

[@kevinmcfarlane2752]

@@timothylee2772Indeed. Most of MAGA complained that Mike Pence WASN’T a yes-man!

[@timothylee2772]

​​​@@kevinmcfarlane2752Pence was a yes-man right up until the time of the 2020 election debacle.😂😂But before that, he was faithful to Trump actually....😂😂😂. Of course, MAGA people all they remember was that Pence was a traitor.

[@drexelmildraff7580]

We all support Usha, Vance's wife. Usha is a very intelligent woman.

[@esense9602]

It's good that their relationship is not getting affected by political difference. He met a good wife.

[@coleymoke6709]

Palki's perspectives are so helpful.

[@MaddyIndia]

Would Usha chilkuri support Trump, that's the question.

[@pavak7539]

she will support chandra babu for sure. Already celebrations began in AP by her caste people.

[@user-re4mo9jk2s]

NO INDIAN SPECULATION HERE!!!

[@kittygianelli6731]

I hated, hated, hated Trump when he ran in 2016 because I believed the media. I eventually decided to do my own research. I still wish he’d tone down a little but I want his policies. Democrats today are more radical so not sure Usha stands with them today. I was a democrat until they went too far left.

[@dreamhunter2973]

What about all the Far right Nuts like Marjorie Taylor Greene??

[@stefangabor5985]

I do not think so, Vance is the only politician that looks more mean than DT so that's why he got picked.

[@enamulhasan4307]

I was hoping Trump would pick VIVEK as VP.

[@BharatVarsh-u2k]

The v.p is the 1 who runs around putting fires out but gets no credit, that's why Vivek said no if it was to be offered to him. Vance's Indian origin wife was also Democrat till 2014 , both made the change to republican. Somehow the Indian connection has to pop up.

[@ChimaObi]

Palki Sharma is the News Correspondent I have ever seen. I love you ❤

[@africassafari4429]

He joined an investment firm maybe this firm is owned by BR

[@friendzone7326]

This is similar to the book "Power" saying that it's better to hire a former enemy and he will be more loyal than a friend

[@stuartsiglain3972]

Let’s go. JD Vance is a great pick. 👍

[@Srimanth438]

A country like America doesn't deserve a good person like Vivek. So sad.

[@MsPoyee]

Vivek is too young. When Vance finishes his 2 terms, Vivek will run & we will support him. He’s smart & America First.

[@Srimanth438]

@@MsPoyee Two terms means as a VP and president?

[@MsPoyee]

@@Srimanth438 Vance will run for President when Trump finishes his second term. Hopefully, he will pick Vivek as VP. Wait, can’t. They r both from Ohio.

[@pandurangpnaik2220]

Superb analysis 👏 dear.god bless you.

[@robertamineo477]

Loving Firstpost!

[@andyalam5074]

Vance is like God. He listens to people’s prayers!

[@jcbguy4099]

Trump is twice Vance`s age and Biden is twice Trump`s age

[@jeblingao408]

His age is 39 ... The Number...Wave of Life 2024

[@ferdinandefondo2232]

Usha is smart and beautiful

[@pamelaperry3507]

Interesting Joey Bribes used the word Clone...

[@bingeltube]

Uh, Palki Sharma failed to tell the viewer more about Usha Chilukuri Vance, J. D. Vance's wife. What a disappointment!

[@ad8447]

U from. Andhra???

[@bingeltube]

@@ad8447 u from Mars? 🙃

[@MrMishal03]

Because he works at Vance Refrigeration

[@mosmae]

Pls do ur homework. Vance is a way better politician than other veep probables. Correctly he has judged which way the wind is blowing and hence updated his stance. Overall a gem of a human. Both trump and he r fighters that America needs.

[@user-dw5qh2fr5e]

Same ideology.....

[@kenwayne8483]

This seems Messed Up to me. WOW!

[@jamesmahon1324]

US Marine Corps not US Army. Get your facts right.

[@kalaichelvannadarajan5299]

👌👌👌👌

[@anuragsinha2013]

JD Vance is somewhat like MAGA Mike Pence. Mike pence made his transition before he was chosen VP. JD Vance made his transition after the Trump presidency. He's not full MAGA but actually a standard Republican.

[@shivangsingh7833]

The Lance Vance dance got real !

[@gopispeaking3607]

Trump picked the best. Congratulations Mr. Vance. 💐

[@VenkePrasad]

Another one just like Mike Pence..

[@craig4053]

Much better than Cackles the BJ Queen.

[@spamh8r1007]

I hope not. 😊

[@ricardonicolas1832]

Trump&Vance are perfect combination

[@OVA30]

7th because of Trump Jr

[@nazirameer3757]

Y is china the real issue This is what j d Vance said

[@emmanuelogbonnaya9756]

Keep it Sharma

[@theawesomeman9821]

I find it amusing that Palki is more interested in covering JD's Indian wife than JD's politics or track record. No one mutters 3 minutes on why Foreign Minister Jaishankar has a Japanese wife because its not very relevant to talk about in most political circumstances. I'm starting to think that Palki just sees the world through a racial lense.

[@stephenfrank9735]

Hindu lense

[@kayrams1792]

Trump is a fighter for justice but he is bad choosing his team.

[@JukeBox-it3lz]

Some websites mention JD Vance is just 34 yo and will be 35 this coming sept and additionally mentioned that if he were below 35, he could not be nominated as US Veep? Palki said in this newscast that JDV is 39 yo? Which is correct????

[@tracysimmons9319]

He's 39. He will be 40 in August.

[@savionicht561]

Oh gawd, rick Santorum up there.

[@kimberlyblaszyk]

Pence was asked by Americans . He let us down . 😢

[@briangabriel2458]

Pence stood up to his boss and didn't do something unethical like overturn a fair election. Vance will brownnose Trumpy and do whatever he wants.

[@kuchbhikahinbhi712]

To be honest i am relived that Vivek is not VP otherwise radical left would have made him punching bag in regards to India. Although Vance has 3 beautiful hildren with Indian wife but atleast he is white. Overall full support to trump as he is friend to India

[@merlinemeresk412]

His wife is Indian origin and not Indian.

[@user-ig8zu3st4b]

yo he ain't friend of india , there is no friends in geopolitics , only interests.

[@ipekurian4372]

Go Trump go

[@gillkhaur7973]

at least we will have an Indian Vice President's wife..that is good

[@clintbethel6594]

I support trump but i felt he should of pick tulsi gabbard or tim scott ... Jd vance was a horrible pick!

[@haroldk724]

Must have been hard to find a running mate that Loves Putin and much as trump does....Putin will be dancing in the streets of Moscow to the news of biden not running for another term

[@santaaurbanta304]

Kalki - Your a Negative Person. You always bring up thoughts that are speculative and negative in nature.

[@risquecat]

Jd is another Pence. He is a bad choice.

[@jaylinn416]

Not so. Pence was traitor. Vance is a good man.

[@RitaRevenaugh-bh5ie]

Both are amazing republican

[@lTandermthrust2001]

As a retired Army E-8. Soon as she said Army , I went straight to the comment section 😂.

[@Nevi-bc1dl]

It'd be shame if Trumo didn't make good use of Vivek honestly

[@lukebogacik2793]

Working class needs relief,,, I know this personally. 🙏🏻✌🏼🇺🇸

[@baashe09]

Thank u for your unbiased News, Palki Sharma

[@amritpatel3794]

Palki, you are brilliant. I see Bright future for you.

[@Just_in_Rich]

Wrong pick again

[@coremaw]

Because 2020 was rigged.

[@-blesso]

The whole world is under confusion. Despite all the modern technology, they still can't find solutions to their problems.

[@sachins50]

Usha probably would become kinda obstacle.. if in future he tries for Presidentship. Ask Vivek, US is not ready for Brown people, no matter how many credentials they bring.

[@SkyBlue-ci1nr]

wife says he's a good father and her best friend.

[@user-mn2zy7jz8k]

Hes got a nice mouth.

[@gxhjxrgggitdrhk]

Usha is very pretty..😅

[@edgardobanal575]

Don't forget the name of Peter Theil, the Chairman of Palantir, big donor of D'Vance and Trump. 🤔🤔🤔

[@RK-xv9rp]

Vance has a voting record and Vivek has none.

[@CherylHicks-uo3ux]

Tell us about Project 2025, Palki. Please help us understand That.

[@user-ui1rq2nw7y]

US Marine!