Erika Kirk's Unusual Explanation for Hug with JD Vance Backfires Amid Internet Criticism

Erika Kirk is addressing the fallout from her affectionate onstage hug with Vice President JD Vance at a recent TPUSA event in Oxford, Mississippi. Despite her attempts to clarify the intimate gesture, some viewers remain skeptical. Kirk, who recently lost her husband Charlie, embraced Vance while expressing gratitude for his support, stating, "No one will ever replace my husband, but I see similarities in Vice President JD Vance." This close connection sparked rumors about her alleged flirtation with the married politician just weeks after her husband's passing. During a segment on "Megyn Kelly Live," Erika defended her actions and remarked on the need for appreciation of affection, saying, "If you want to take that out of context, go right ahead." Critics on social media admonished her, questioning her boundaries and reasoning. JD Vance's marriage to Usha remains under scrutiny, particularly after images surfaced of her without her wedding ring.

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