J.D. Vance, born James Donald Bowman on August 2, 1984, is an American author, venture capitalist, and politician serving as the junior United States senator from Ohio, representing the Republican Party. He gained prominence with his 2016 memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy,” which explores his upbringing in the Rust Belt and discusses themes of poverty, drug addiction, and Appalachian culture. The memoir became a New York Times bestseller and was adapted into a film.
In the 2022 United States Senate election in Ohio, Vance was elected after defeating Democratic nominee Tim Ryan. He has been chosen as the Republican Party’s nominee for vice president in the upcoming 2024 election alongside Donald Trump. Vance’s political positions include opposition to abortion and same-sex marriage, support for raising the minimum wage, unionization, tariffs, and antitrust policies, and opposition to American military aid to Ukraine.
J.D. Vance Age
J. D. Vance is 40 years old as of 2024.
J.D. Vance Height
J. D. Vance stands at 5 feet 7 inches (approximately 1.7 meters) tall.
J.D. Vance Religion
J. D. Vance is a follower of the Catholic faith.
J.D. Vance Early Life, Family Background, and Education
Vance was born in Middletown, Ohio. He comes from a Scots-Irish family; his mother struggled with drug and alcohol issues, and he was primarily raised by his grandparents who moved from eastern Kentucky. Vance’s early education occurred in Middletown before joining the U.S. Marine Corps, which helped finance his further education.
He attended Ohio State University, graduating summa cum laude with degrees in political science and philosophy, and later received his Juris Doctor from Yale Law School.
J.D. Vance Career
Vance’s career includes military service, law, venture capitalism, and politics. After serving in the Marine Corps, including a deployment to Iraq, he entered the venture capital industry, focusing on technology and biotechnology startups. His memoir “Hillbilly Elegy” catapulted him into the national spotlight, leading to his political career.
J.D. Vance Family
Vance is married to Usha Chilukuri Vance, whom he met at Yale Law School. She has clerked for Supreme Court Justices Brett Kavanaugh and Chief Justice John Roberts. They have three children: Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel.
J.D. Vance Net Worth
As of 2024, J.D. Vance’s estimated net worth is $5 million, derived from investments, book royalties, and his business ventures.
J.D. Vance Twitter Presence
Vance is active on Twitter, where he engages with a variety of topics. His handle is @JDVance1.
J.D. Vance Contact Details
For inquiries or to connect with his office, you can find contact information on his official Senate or campaign websites.
Middletown, Ohio Office:
- Address: 300 North Main Street, Suite 200, Middletown, OH 45042
- Phone: (513) 318-1100
Washington, D.C. Office:
- Address: 288 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510
- Phone: (202) 224-3353
Cleveland, Ohio Office:
- Address: 1240 East 9th Street, Room 3061, Cleveland, OH 44199
- Phone: (216) 539-7877
Columbus, Ohio Office:
- Address: 37 West Broad Street, Room 300, Columbus, OH 43215
- Phone: (614) 369-4925
Toledo, Ohio Office:
- Address: 420 Madison Avenue, Room 1210, Toledo, OH 43604
- Phone: (567) 304-3777
