US Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, have welcomed their fourth child, a baby boy, marking a historic moment in American political history.
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According to The Wall Street Journal, the couple’s son was born on Sunday. They have named him Alec Neil Vance, as confirmed in a joint statement released by the family.
The birth is notable because it marks the first time in more than 150 years that the spouse of a sitting US vice president has given birth while her husband is serving in office. The last such instance occurred in 1870, when the wife of then-Vice President Schuyler Colfax welcomed a child during his tenure.
JD and Usha Vance are already parents to three children — Ewan, Vivek and Mirabel. The couple has often spoken about the importance of family life, balancing public service with parenting responsibilities.
Following the birth of his son, Vice President Vance said he does not plan to take formal parental leave. However, he added that he intends to adjust his official schedule to spend as much time as possible with his newborn and support his family during the early weeks.
The announcement has drawn widespread attention in the United States due to its historical significance, as well as the rarity of such an event involving a sitting vice president’s family. Political observers note that the milestone highlights a unique chapter in the history of the vice presidency.
JD Vance assumed office as the 50th Vice President of the United States and has continued to carry out official responsibilities while maintaining a public focus on family values. The arrival of the couple’s fourth child comes at a time when Vance remains actively engaged in domestic and international affairs.
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The family has expressed gratitude for the well wishes they have received and said they are looking forward to this new chapter with their growing family.