US Vice President JD Vance becomes a father for the fourth time

U.S. Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance have announced the birth of their fourth child, a son named Alec Neel Vance. The announcement was made via a statement posted on X, formerly Twitter, by the Vice President. The couple expressed their joy, stating that Usha and the baby are happy and healthy, and their other children are thrilled to meet their new brother. They also extended their gratitude to military doctors for their support.

This event is historically significant, as it is the first time in over 150 years that a sitting U.S. Vice President has become a father. The last instance occurred in 1870 when Ellen Wade, the second wife of Vice President Schuyler Colfax, gave birth to a son. The Vance family, already parents to Ewan (nine), Vivek (six), and Mirabel (four), now expands their household.

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Usha and the baby are happy and healthy, and our children are over the moon to meet their little brother.

Beyond the new addition to their family, the Vances are reportedly planning a move to a secondary residence. While their official residence is the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington D.C., reports indicate they will be renting a property on the historic Wolver Hill Farm in Middleburg, Virginia. This farm is owned by a relocation company that also handles moves within the White House.

The potential move has generated some local discussion, with some residents in Middleburg expressing concerns about the increased security presence and potential disruption associated with the Vice President and his family, who are under constant protection. The Vance family's relocation, while not yet officially confirmed by the U.S. government, is a significant personal development for the Vice President and his growing family.

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We are deeply grateful to the military doctors for everything they have done for our family.