On Monday, Former President Donald Trump told everyone who his partner in the election would be. It was a big and important announcement because the Republican National Convention started in Wisconsin.
Trump chose Senator J.D. Vance from Ohio.
Here Are Some Things to Know About J.D. Vance:
1. Vance is 39 Years Old: He is a senator from Ohio, a special state in the U.S. where people can vote for either the Republicans or Democrats.
2. Vance Changed His Mind About Trump: In 2016, Vance didn’t like Trump and said many negative things. But later, he started to support Trump and said nice things about him.
3. Vance’s Tough Childhood: Vance grew up in a family without a lot of money. His parents divorced, and his mom had problems with drugs and alcohol. He was partly raised by his grandparents.
4. Vance is an Author and Businessman: He used to work in venture capital, which means he helped new businesses get money. He also wrote a popular book called “Hillbilly Elegy.”
5. Vance Served in the Military: After high school, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps and went to Iraq to serve his country.
6. Vance is Well-Educated: He finished college at Ohio State University and then went to one of the best law schools in the country, Yale University.
These points show who J.D. Vance is and why Trump chose him as a partner in the election.