JD Vance Criticizes Musk's Federal Firings While Defending Government Workers

The vice president acknowledged mistakes in Musk's restructuring approach and emphasized the importance of preserving capable civil servants.

Vice President JD Vance described Elon Musk's mass firings of federal employees as mistakes, emphasizing the need to correct errors quickly.
Vance highlighted the contributions of many hardworking government employees, contrasting Musk's characterization of workers as 'fraudsters.'
The Trump administration's economic policies, including job growth and tariff strategies, were a focus of Vance's remarks during a factory visit in Michigan.
Vance also addressed foreign policy challenges, including tensions with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy over U.S. aid, while defending his direct approach to diplomacy.
Speculation about Vance's potential 2028 presidential candidacy continues, though he stated his current focus is on his role as vice president.