Senator JD Vance has come under fire for evading questions about former President Donald Trump’s denial of the 2020 election results. Vance, who is the US vice presidential candidate, has refused to acknowledge Trump’s defeat in several recent interviews, including a podcast with The New York Times.
In the podcast, Vance deflects questions about the election, instead focusing on issues such as border security and rising grocery prices. When pressed about election fraud, Vance blames censorship and social media companies for suppressing negative stories about Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden.
This refusal to accept the legitimacy of the 2020 election mirrors Trump’s own claims of election theft. Despite losing to Biden by a significant margin, Trump has continued to allege voter fraud and has faced legal challenges related to his actions surrounding the election.
Vance’s reluctance to address Trump’s election denialism has raised concerns about his commitment to democratic principles and the rule of law. As the election draws closer, voters will be closely watching how Vance navigates these contentious issues.