JD Vance's Marriage Comments Stir Controversy in California Congressional Race
Statements from a 2021 event resurface, impacting the race between Scott Baugh and Dave Min in Orange County's 47th district.
- Vance's remarks on marriage and divorce have drawn criticism for suggesting people should stay in unhappy or violent marriages.
- The comments are being used by Democratic strategists to challenge Republican candidate Scott Baugh, who is linked to the event's host.
- Baugh has distanced himself from Vance's statements, affirming his stance against domestic violence.
- Vance's comments were originally made at a private high school event in Newport Beach and have resurfaced during his vice-presidential campaign.
- The debate highlights broader issues of family dynamics, domestic violence, and political rhetoric in the context of the upcoming elections.