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VP Vance's political speeches and clashes with critics

Vice President JD Vance navigates a series of high-profile speeches and clashes, reassuring pro-Israel Republicans and Jewish conservatives on antisemitism while sharply attacking Democratic Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed, and stirring debate with remarks on religion and the Anti…

9 stories165 sourcesUpdated Sep 6, 2026

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Sep 1, 2026
Vance defends his approach to antisemitism in remarks to Jewish conservatives.
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Sep 1, 2026
Vance characterizes Democratic Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed as 'evil.'
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Sep 1, 2026
Vance unloads on El-Sayed with a brutal warning after a swipe at his wife Usha, telling him he's 'way out of your league.'
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Sep 2, 2026
Michigan AG Dana Nessel accuses Abdul El-Sayed of excusing terrorism after a Hezbollah-inspired synagogue attack, deepening antisemitism concerns in the Senate race.

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Vance calls El-Sayed 'evil' over remarks about wife Usha

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Vance characterizes Democratic Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed as ‘evil’

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Vance Defends Approach to Antisemitism in Remarks to Jewish Conservatives

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Michigan Senate Candidates Plan Two October Debates

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers have agreed to two televised debates this October in Michigan’s U.S. Senate race—Oct. 8 in Grand Rapids and Oct. 21 in Detroit—with additional organizers and moderating details announced. A third September 15 debate is under discussion, while the campaign highlights emphasize the race’s national implications as they face off before the Nov. 3 election.

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Vance says Antichrist could be among us

Vice President JD Vance said he wouldn’t be shocked if the Antichrist were walking among us while weighing in on Trump’s God-like image and defending the former president against criticism of the AI-generated portrayal; the remarks surfaced amid broader debates about religion in politics and end-times speculation. The interviews drew mixed reactions, with supporters praising his emphasis on religious liberty and critics questioning the rhetoric and its impact on public discourse.

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Vance Seeks Support at RJC Amid Scrutiny

Vice President JD Vance is set to speak at the Republican Jewish Coalition’s National Leadership Summit in Las Vegas, delivering a closed-door fireside chat Monday as President Donald Trump is slated to record videotaped remarks for the gala. The invitation has sparked criticism from Jewish conservatives and donors who question his stance on Israel and Tucker Carlson, amid talk of alternative 2028 candidates like Marco Rubio and a lineup of prominent GOP figures attending.

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El-Sayed Seeks Cautious Jewish Support in Senate Race

Michigan Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed apologized to Jewish Democrats for his March remark that referenced “hurt people hurt people” after a synagogue attack, saying he intended context not justification and expressing regret for any pain caused. He has been engaging with Jewish caucuses to reassure skeptical voters, while also distancing himself from allies like Hasan Piker and facing mixed endorsements in a tightly watched race.

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El-Sayed apologizes amid antisemitism concerns in Michigan race

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel accuses Abdul El-Sayed of making excuses for terrorism after a Hezbollah-inspired attack on a West Bloomfield synagogue, warning that anti-Israel rhetoric within the Democratic Party risks fueling antisemitism and undermining security for Jewish voters. She urges retraction of his comments and cautions that the party’s stance on Israel could influence control of the Senate, highlighting perceived gaps in understanding Jewish history and the impact on Jewish Democrats.

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Vance offers olive branch to pro-Israel Republicans in closed-door speech

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