VP JD Vance’s Low Profile Comes with a Big Price Tag for Taxpayers

Vice President JD Vance has redefined the role of America’s second-in-command into what critics term a six-month global tour at taxpayers’ expense. From February to August 2025, the 41-year-old has undertaken an extensive travel itinerary across four continents, merging diplomatic responsibilities with family leisure, sparking protests, international controversies, and raising concerns about the utilization of federal funds.In early August, Vance’s birthday kayaking excursion on Ohio’s Little Miami River raised eyebrows when Secret Service requested the Army Corps of Engineers to elevate water levels for security craft, prompting criticism of taxpayer-funded amenities.The Ohio incident capped dramatic travels that began in February with a family ski trip to Vermont, igniting protests post a delicate meeting concerning Ukraine. Subsequent travels included diplomatic missions in Italy and India, yet familial activities often overshadowed statecraft.In August, Vance’s visit to the UK elicited chaos in a quaint village due to significant security arrangements. Throughout his travels, questions persist regarding the boundary between official duties and personal recreation.

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