Overview
- In a clarification on X, J.D. Vance said Usha Vance is not a Christian and has no plans to convert, though he hopes she may one day share his beliefs.
- He labeled a critical post “disgusting” and said some reactions to his comments amount to anti-Christian bigotry.
- The controversy stems from an Oct. 29 Turning Point USA event at the University of Mississippi, where he answered a question about parenting in an interfaith marriage.
- The Hindu American Foundation criticized his stance and urged him to engage with Hinduism and affirm Hindus’ rights to practice their faith.
- Vance has said the family attends Mass, their children are being raised Christian with two in a Christian school, and Usha previously told Meghan McCain she does not intend to convert.