Vice President J.D. Vance on Thursday condemned comments made by former White House press secretary Jen Psaki about his wife, Usha Vance, calling them “disgraceful,” as reported by the Western Journal.”

Speaking to reporters before departing Israel, the vice president addressed Psaki’s remarks, which were made earlier in the week on the “I’ve Had It” podcast. The episode, posted to YouTube on Tuesday, featured Psaki suggesting that the second lady remained in her marriage unwillingly.

Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance take the stage with their children during the inauguration parade for President Donald Trump at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.

“I always wonder what’s going on in the mind of his wife,” Psaki said. “Like, ‘If you’re OK please blink four times. Come over here. We’ll save you.’”

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When asked about the comments, Vice President Vance responded directly. “I think it’s disgraceful,” he said in a video posted Thursday on X. “But of course the second lady can speak for herself.”

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Vance then spoke briefly about his wife and their shared commitment to public service. “I am very lucky to have a wonderful wife,” he said. “And I know — at least I hope — that my wife feels the same about me.”

He continued, “We are very lucky to have this journey, or I should say, I’m very lucky to go on this journey with a very loving wife. We’re gonna keep on serving the country together. And I’m honored to have Usha by my side, on this trip in particular — but always.”

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Vance’s comments came just before he left Israel, where, according to Axios, he denounced a symbolic vote by the Israeli Knesset to annex the West Bank, calling it an “insult.”

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Psaki’s remarks drew attention across social media, with many conservatives criticizing the former press secretary’s comments as inappropriate and disrespectful toward the second lady.

Usha Vance, an accomplished attorney, has maintained a low public profile throughout her husband’s political career.

Republican Vice Presidential nominee J.D. Vance (left) walks onstage with wife Usha Vance at a rally July 27 at the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

The exchange added to growing tensions between members of President Donald Trump’s administration and prominent figures aligned with the Democratic Party.

Psaki, who served under former President Joe Biden, has remained active in media and political commentary since leaving the White House.

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Vice President Vance’s response underscored his refusal to engage in extended public disputes over personal attacks. His remarks focused on his family and ongoing work abroad, framing his response around dignity and service rather than partisan rhetoric.

The vice president’s comments followed recent statements in which he urged Americans to reject politically motivated hostility and focus on unity through service and responsibility.

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