Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, have welcomed their fourth child, Alec Neel Vance, born on Sunday, July 19. The announcement was made via a heartfelt Instagram post, in which the couple shared that both mother and baby were “happy and healthy.” Their three older children—Ewan, 9; Vivek, 6; and Mirabel, 4—were described as “overjoyed” at the arrival of their new brother.
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The birth of Alec marks a significant moment in history, being only the second instance of a second lady giving birth during her husband’s tenure. The first was Ellen Wade Colfax, who welcomed a son in 1870 while her husband served as vice president.
President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to share a warm message following Alec’s birth. He posted a photo of the newborn held by his brother Vivek alongside sister Mirabel in the hospital. “Congratulations! A perfect baby boy for the wonderful Vance family,” he wrote, extending his best wishes to the growing family.
In their announcement, the Vances expressed profound gratitude to the military doctors and staff at Walter Reed Medical Center and the White House Medical Unit for their support. They noted the crucial role these professionals played in ensuring a smooth delivery process.
JD Vance, who is 41, and Usha, 40, first revealed Usha’s pregnancy in January of this year. In a May interview with NBC News, JD discussed his plans following their new baby’s arrival, indicating that he would not take a formal parental leave from his role as Vice President.
Instead, Vance plans to adjust his schedule to spend more time at home, balancing his responsibilities with family life. He stated, “It’s one of these jobs where it’s impossible to completely disconnect from it.” Still, he expressed optimism about the potential for a family-centric approach to his duties.
Usha Vance, a former trial lawyer, has opted for a period of privacy following the birth of Alec. JD noted that she would take time away from public life, highlighting the importance of family during this new chapter.
“Good thing about having a little bit of control over your schedule in your life is that you can incorporate your kids in your job in a way that they love,” JD shared, expressing his commitment to family time. He anticipates that the birth of their son will lead to increased family presence at the White House, allowing for a harmonious balance between work and family life.
As the Vance family embarks on this new journey with their youngest member, they have received an outpouring of support and congratulations from their community and beyond, marking a delightful occasion for the couple and their children.