But Vance is in a unique position compared with recent vice presidents, said Democratic strategist Ashley Etienne, who was communications director to Harris during much of her first year as vice president. Vance’s boss is term-limited by the Constitution, and that gives him a different mandate, she said.

Vice President JD Vance delivers remarks at the Naval Academy Commencement in Annapolis, Maryland.

Vice President JD Vance delivered the commencement speech at the U.S. Naval Academy graduation in Maryland. The class of 2025 had about 1,048 graduates.