Overview
- The Pioneer first reported Vance would not attend, citing no named sources, and multiple German outlets relayed the claim.
- Munich Security Conference officials said they do not disclose individual attendees this early but expect a high‑level U.S. delegation.
- Neither the White House nor the U.S. Embassy provided comment, and no public explanation for Vance’s reported absence has been given.
- Vance’s 2025 appearance drew backlash after he accused European governments of stifling free speech and criticized the exclusion of AfD and BSW, including a meeting with AfD leader Alice Weidel.
- This year’s conference runs February 13–15 in Munich, with reports saying AfD figures are invited and at least one U.S. Republicans Overseas official calling Vance’s reported no‑show a breach of trust.