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JD Vance Makes Unannounced Visit to Murdoch Ranch for Private Talks

His unannounced stop at the Murdoch family ranch has no clear agenda, highlighting media’s sway in Republican circles.

FILE - Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, from left, Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump and Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, attend a campaign event, Oct. 5, 2024, in Butler, Pa. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
Vice President JD Vance listens as he speaks with American Compass founder Oren Cass at the American Compass's The New World Gala in Washington, Tuesday, June 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

Overview

  • Vice President JD Vance made an unannounced trip to the Murdoch family ranch near Dillon, Montana, to meet with Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch and other Fox News executives.
  • Federal Aviation Administration flight restrictions show Vance’s aircraft was on the ground for only a few hours before he returned to Washington.
  • Montana state Auditor James Brown said he helped Vance’s staff arrange the trip after Vance landed in Butte.
  • Neither the vice president nor Fox News has disclosed the topics discussed during the meeting, fueling speculation over its purpose.
  • Vance was scheduled to have lunch with President Donald Trump the next day, underscoring his close coordination with the administration.