Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance announced joyful personal news this week, revealing that they are expecting their fourth child. The couple shared the announcement on Tuesday via social media, confirming that the baby is a boy and is expected to arrive in late July.
“Usha and the baby are doing well, and we are all looking forward to welcoming him in late July,” the Vances wrote in a joint statement. They also expressed gratitude for the medical professionals who support their family amid the demands of public service. “During this exciting and hectic time, we are particularly grateful for the military doctors who take excellent care of our family and for the staff members who do so much to ensure that we can serve the country while enjoying a wonderful life with our children,” the statement continued.
The announcement was quickly amplified by the White House, which reposted the message and added a celebratory note: “The most pro-family administration in history! CONGRATULATIONS!” The response underscored the administration’s broader messaging around family, parenthood, and work-life balance at the highest levels of government.
Congratulatory messages poured in from across the political landscape. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum publicly praised the couple, writing, “There is no greater joy than being a parent. Honored to work for an administration that puts family first!” Representative Troy Nehls also shared his congratulations, reflecting the widespread goodwill surrounding the news.
JD and Usha Vance’s story is rooted in academia and law. The couple met while attending Yale University Law School and married in 2014. Before becoming Second Lady of the United States, Usha Vance built an accomplished legal career, clerking for Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. and later for Justice Brett Kavanaugh. She also worked as a litigator at the prestigious law firm Munger, Tolles & Olson.
Usha stepped away from private practice after JD Vance was selected as the running mate of President Donald Trump, transitioning into her role as Second Lady. Since then, she has maintained a relatively low public profile while supporting her husband’s vice-presidential duties and focusing on family life.
As the Vances prepare to welcome another child, their announcement has resonated beyond politics, offering a rare glimpse into the personal side of life inside the White House. For supporters and well-wishers alike, the news reflects a moment of celebration and continuity—one that blends public responsibility with the private joys of growing a family.