Vice President JD Vance traveled to his hometown, Middletown, Ohio, and spoke at a steel factory where his grandfather once worked.
Drawing on His Rust Belt Roots, Vance Campaigns for Republicans
Vice President JD Vance traveled to his hometown, Middletown, Ohio, and spoke at a steel factory where his grandfather once worked.
By Zolan Kanno-Youngs
Friday, August 21, 2026·1 min read

Last updated Aug 24, 2026 · 01:10 PM UTC
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