JD Vance Hits Back After His Wife Smeared by Jen Psaki
Former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki has provoked significant criticism following personal remarks about Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha. During a podcast appearance, Psaki labeled Vance a “little Manchurian candidate” who is overly ambitious for the presidency.
She described him as a “chameleon” who alters his persona to please different audiences, claiming he possesses “no rizz,” a slang term for charisma. Psaki then turned her attention to Vance’s marriage, speculating about his wife’s state of mind in a mocking tone.
Vance responded by dismissing the insults and praising his wife, stating he was “honored to have Usha by my side.” The comments drew immediate backlash on social media and from political figures.
White House Communications Director Steven Cheung strongly condemned Psaki’s remarks, using derogatory language to criticize her. Other commentators suggested she was competing with former press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre to be the “worst press secretary.”
This incident occurred in the same week Jean-Pierre made multiple media appearances defending President Biden’s mental acuity. Her assertions on television shows were met with skepticism, including a segment that ended abruptly with host Stephen Colbert expressing public worry.
The combined events highlight a contentious political climate where personal attacks and defenses of leadership capabilities are increasingly prominent. The fallout from Psaki’s podcast comments continues to stir debate online.
