Usha Vance in the news as VP’s second lady—first Indian‑American in that role. US lawyer, wife of JD Vance, 50th VP. Born 1986.
After over five weeks of conflict, the US and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire to facilitate negotiations. The US emphasizes preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons, with ongoing discussions about Iran's uranium enrichment rights and the removal of nuclear material. Military options remain on the table, including potential operations to seize uranium stockpiles.
Updates on fertility and parental leave policy discussions across outlets, highlighting ongoing concerns about US birth rates, paid leave access, and rural health. The perspectives range from advocacy for extended paid leave to critiques of current federal provisions.
President Trump has been informally polling aides and guests about whether Vice President JD Vance or Secretary of State Marco Rubio should lead the Republican ticket in 2028 and has repeatedly mused that a Vance–Rubio ticket would be a "dream team." Both officials have been taking higher-profile roles: Vance is expanding his foreign policy and Midwest campaigning, while Rubio is engaging in diplomacy and public briefings.