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WorldVance calls Ukrainian conflict the toughest to solve

US Vice President JD Vance said the conflict in Ukraine has been the toughest international conflict to resolve. He said there were reasons to expect progress after a contact scheduled for September 22 between Donald Trump and Vladimir Zelensky, while acknowledging that the issue has been difficult.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-22 00:10

Vance calls Ukrainian conflict the toughest to solve

PoliticsVance defends Trump after White House bans ‘far-left,’ ‘fake news’ outlets

Trump banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House over what he called unfavorable coverage and “constant fake news,” prompting lawsuits from the outlets. Vice President JD Vance defended the move Monday, saying they retain the ability to report and exercise free speech but will no longer have offices inside the White House.

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GGlobal NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-21 18:21

Vance defends Trump after White House bans ‘far-left,’ ‘fake news’ outlets
Vance defends Trump after White House bans ‘far-left,’ ‘fake news’ outlets

WorldVance: Ukrainian settlement is only a matter of time as US continues efforts

US Vice President JD Vance said Washington will continue working to resolve the Ukrainian conflict, which he believes will eventually be settled. He confirmed that President Donald Trump plans to meet Vladimir Zelensky later this week and expects progress from the meeting.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-21 16:39

Vance: Ukrainian settlement is only a matter of time as US continues efforts

Politics'The Five': Vance says Democrats' midterm motivation is 'radicalism'

'The Five' examines Vice President JD Vance's comments on Democratic messaging for the midterm elections, including his criticism of Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed.

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FFox NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-16 22:00

'The Five': Vance says Democrats' midterm motivation is 'radicalism'
'The Five': Vance says Democrats' midterm motivation is 'radicalism'

PoliticsRecording: Vance urged House Republicans to make Michigan Senate nominee a ‘boogeyman’

A recording obtained by CNN shows Vice President JD Vance urging House Republicans at a closed-door meeting Tuesday to portray Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed as a “boogeyman” if their own opponents are not “that crazy.”

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CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-16 03:57

Recording: Vance urged House Republicans to make Michigan Senate nominee a ‘boogeyman’
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WorldVance: US-Iran war to enter ‘different phase’ in coming months

US Vice President J.D. Vance said the conflict with Iran would enter a completely different phase within two months. He said Washington had completed the first stage, which he described as destroying Iran’s nuclear program and conventional military. Donald Trump has said the conflict could end after the November midterms, while allowing for an earlier settlement.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★★2026-09-15 20:50

Vance: US-Iran war to enter ‘different phase’ in coming months
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TechTrump, JD Vance, Mike Johnson and Hakeem Jeffries weigh in on AI safety

The technology industry’s increasingly urgent warnings about AI’s potential harms are running into political gridlock in Washington. Trump is leading opposition to recent calls from tech leaders for stronger government oversight, while Democrats are pushing for a more forceful response.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-15 18:29

Trump, JD Vance, Mike Johnson and Hakeem Jeffries weigh in on AI safety
Trump, JD Vance, Mike Johnson and Hakeem Jeffries weigh in on AI safety

WorldJD Vance insists US is ‘on top of’ Houthi advance in Red Sea

US Vice President JD Vance says the Trump administration is “very much on top of” the Houthi advance in Yemen after the group seized key Red Sea islands. He says Washington is in close contact with Saudi Arabia and has held direct talks with the Houthis.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-14 17:16

JD Vance insists US is ‘on top of’ Houthi advance in Red Sea
JD Vance insists US is ‘on top of’ Houthi advance in Red Sea

PoliticsVance blasts Democrats’ ‘hate’ in fiery Republican convention speech

In a fiery speech at a Republican convention, Vance attacked what he called Democrats’ “hate” and paid tribute to conservative youth activist Charlie Kirk, who was killed a year ago.

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TTRT WorldOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-11 03:00

Vance blasts Democrats’ ‘hate’ in fiery Republican convention speech
Vance blasts Democrats’ ‘hate’ in fiery Republican convention speech

PoliticsVP Vance calls out protester at GOP midterm convention

Vice President JD Vance interrupted his remarks at a Republican midterm convention to confront a protester he said was waving a Mexican flag inside the venue. Vance told the protester to go to Mexico if they loved it so much and offered to buy the plane ticket.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-11 02:32

VP Vance calls out protester at GOP midterm convention
VP Vance calls out protester at GOP midterm convention

PoliticsJD Vance: The contrast is ‘COMMON SENSE VERSUS CRAZY’

Vice President JD Vance discusses President Donald Trump’s headline speech at the 2026 GOP midterm convention and contrasts the Republican message with that of the Democrats on “Hannity.”

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FFox NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-10 08:45

JD Vance: The contrast is ‘COMMON SENSE VERSUS CRAZY’
JD Vance: The contrast is ‘COMMON SENSE VERSUS CRAZY’

PoliticsVance explains why Republicans aren’t to blame for affordability problems

Vice President JD Vance discusses inflation and affordability ahead of the midterm elections, arguing that Republicans should not be blamed for the problems. He also speaks about his health journey during a White House press briefing.

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FFox NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-07 05:00

Vance explains why Republicans aren’t to blame for affordability problems
Vance explains why Republicans aren’t to blame for affordability problems

WorldVance says, 'I wouldn’t call it a war,' as Iran conflict toll rises

Vice President JD Vance played down the conflict with Iran on Thursday, saying he would not call it a war. The number of wounded U.S. troops has surpassed 790, 18 have died, and the Pentagon has extended the U.S. deployment.

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AABC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 12:02

Vance says, 'I wouldn’t call it a war,' as Iran conflict toll rises
Vance says, 'I wouldn’t call it a war,' as Iran conflict toll rises

WorldIRAN LATEST: Vance reframes conflict as midterm pressure begins to mount

Vice President JD Vance pushes back against describing the Iran conflict as a war. Attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, higher gas prices and voter concerns are adding pressure on Washington ahead of the midterm elections.

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FFox NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 11:15

IRAN LATEST: Vance reframes conflict as midterm pressure begins to mount
IRAN LATEST: Vance reframes conflict as midterm pressure begins to mount

WorldVance Says US-Iran Conflict Isn’t a ‘War’

Vice President JD Vance played down the scale of the conflict involving Iran, saying he would not call it a war because major combat operations ended several weeks ago, despite a recent intensification of military strikes in the region.

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BBloomberg TelevisionOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 06:56

Vance Says US-Iran Conflict Isn’t a ‘War’
Vance Says US-Iran Conflict Isn’t a ‘War’

WorldUS VP Vance on Iran Conflict: ‘I Wouldn’t Call It a War’

Vice President JD Vance played down the scope of the Iran conflict, saying he would not call it a war because major combat operations ended several weeks ago, despite recent military strikes.

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BBloomberg TelevisionOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 06:54

US VP Vance on Iran Conflict: ‘I Wouldn’t Call It a War’
US VP Vance on Iran Conflict: ‘I Wouldn’t Call It a War’
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