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Vice President JD Vance Appointed RNC Finance Chair in Historic Move

Vance's unprecedented role strengthens the GOP's alignment with the White House as the party prepares for the 2026 midterms.

Vice President JD Vance, center, speaks at a rally about "America's industrial resurgence," Friday, March 14, 2025, at Vantage Plastics in Bay City, Mich. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)
Vice President JD Vance, center, greets supporters following a rally where he spoke about "America's industrial resurgence," Friday, March 14, 2025, at Vantage Plastics in Bay City, Mich. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)
U.S. Vice President JD Vance speaks as Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard looks on during a visit to the U.S.-Mexico border in Eagle Pass, Texas, U.S March 5, 2025. Brandon Bell/Pool via

Overview

  • Vice President JD Vance becomes the first sitting vice president to serve as the Republican National Committee's finance chair.
  • The RNC aims to secure and expand its congressional majorities in 2026 to advance President Trump's MAGA agenda.
  • Outgoing finance chair Richard 'Duke' Buchan III transitions to a diplomatic role as U.S. ambassador to Morocco.
  • RNC Chair Michael Whatley praised Vance as a thought leader who has helped reshape the GOP into a party for working Americans.
  • Both major parties are gearing up for a highly competitive 2026 midterm election cycle, with narrow majorities at stake in Congress.