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JD Vance says he was asked in front of his wife if he had 'any secret family' during vice presidential vetting

www.businessinsider.com JD Vance says he was asked in front of his wife if he had 'any secret family' during vice presidential vetting

Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance says that the process to become Donald Trump's running mate was extremely "intrusive."

JD Vance says he was asked in front of his wife if he had 'any secret family' during vice presidential vetting
  • Sen. JD Vance recounted being asked if he had a "secret family" during the vice presidential vetting process, which he found intrusive and bizarre, especially since his wife was present.
  • Vance described the vetting process as detailed and intrusive, including questions about potential family criticisms and criminal history.
  • Politicians undergoing vice presidential vetting often face extensive scrutiny to prepare for media examination, highlighting past examples like Herschel Walker and John Edwards who had hidden children.
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