JD Vance’s children leave Internet gushing as they steal the show at Trump inauguration: ‘Kept it real’
WASHINGTON, DC: While Vice President JD Vance took center stage at Donald Trump’s inauguration, his three young children captured hearts across the nation.
In a series of endearing moments, Vance’s children highlighted the chaos and charm of parenting, earning praise for being refreshingly "real".
JD Vance's children steal the spotlight at Donald Trump's inauguration
The day began with JD Vance’s swearing-in ceremony at the US Capitol Rotunda, where his wife, Usha Vance, and their children—Ewan Blaine, 7, Vivek, 4, and Mirabel Rose, 3—stood proudly by his side.
JD Vance’s kids are stealing the show at the inaugural parade pic.twitter.com/dh7wgyVf9z
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The boys, dressed in matching navy suits, looked dapper, while Mirabel added an adorable touch to the solemn event as she was seen hoping around during the parade.
JD Vance's daughter enjoying the parade.#InaugurationDay pic.twitter.com/7B4zIQvNLJ
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As Vance took the oath, little Mirabel nestled in her mother’s arms, thumb firmly planted in her mouth.
Observant viewers noted her fingers were adorned with bandages, a detail that social media users reportedly called “so sweet” and “so toddler-like".
Later, during the inaugural parade, the Vance children continued to charm. Ewan and Vivek, clearly exhausted from the day’s excitement, slumped over a balcony.
Vivek clung to a teddy bear, a sight that resonated with parents everywhere.
In a TikTok video that quickly went viral, Ewan playfully patted his father’s head, then moved on to do the same to his mother, Usha.
🚨WATCH: VP JD Vance, Second Lady Usha, and their children celebrate their victory with President Trump.
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This is what America needed. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/s8QdGfAGis
She smiled warmly but gently encouraged him to stop as she fixed her hair—a moment that had viewers gushing about the family’s authenticity.
JD Vance and wife Usha aim to give their children a 'stable, happy life'
As the Vance family settles into their new roles, Usha has signaled her intention to shield her children from the pressures of public life.
Her goal, she said, is to “let them have their lives as children".
Usha, the new Second Lady, has made it clear that her focus will remain on her family, per DailyMail.
“Giving them a stable, normal, and happy life and upbringing is the most important thing to us,” she shared in a rare interview with 'Fox and Friends'.
She emphasized the importance of letting their children enjoy their childhood and spending ample time with their father.
At just 40 years old, JD Vance is the youngest vice president since Richard Nixon assumed the role at the same age in 1953.
The last time young children occupied the Vice Presidential residence was when Al and Tipper Gore were in office in 1993.
The Vances’ new home—a sprawling 9,000-square-foot residence with 33 rooms, a wraparound porch, grand staircases, and elegant turrets—will undoubtedly provide a beautiful backdrop for wonderful family memories.
JD Vance's children win hearts online with their adorable antics
From Mirabel Vance’s bandage-covered fingers to Vivek’s teddy bear and Ewan’s mischievous head pats, the Vance children’s candid behavior struck a chord with social media users.
People shared how much they related to the family’s sweet, chaotic moments.
One user wrote, “The Vance kids kept it real and I applaud them for being active parents on such a long day and in the spotlight. I don’t think my kids would have been as well behaved especially if naps were missed."
One fan chimed in, "Usha was perfection! The kids are adorable, and I love that the Teddy bear was in attendance."
Another added, "They are adorable. Did so well, too, despite what was a long and boring day for them."
Someone else noted, "Heaven forbid these beautiful children actually act like kids!!! They were adorable and too many people have issues with happy children acting like happy children."
A follower remarked, "The Vance kids were amazing. They held up with all that boring adult stuff. Adults didn't even behave as well. LOL"
One comment read, "I ABSOLUTELY adored seeing their kids bounce off the walls! SO CUTE!"
Another user observed, "The little girl was funny. Unimpressed and bored silly."
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