Historic VP birth

First VP Baby in Over 150 Years

The last time a sitting vice president became a new father was in the 1800s. That makes Alec Neel Vance a rare piece of American history. No VP in modern times has had a newborn child while holding the office, according to KUTV.

Vance took office in January 2025. He and Usha already had three children before Alec's arrival. The birth adds a notable personal milestone to an already high-profile role in the Trump administration, KTUL reported.

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Walter Reed and White House Medical Teams Praised

The Vances did not keep the birth quiet. They publicly thanked the doctors and staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. They also recognized the White House medical team by name. The public thank-you highlighted the level of care provided to the nation's second family, according to WUTV.

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Social Media Announcement Draws Nationwide Reaction

The Vances chose social media to share the news with the public. The post spread quickly, drawing warm responses from politicians on both sides of the aisle. UNILAD noted that congratulations came in from political figures nationwide.

It is rare for a sitting vice president to make such personal news so publicly. The announcement gave Americans a glimpse into the private life of one of the country's most prominent political families, News3LV reported.

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Who Is Alec Neel Vance?

Alec Neel Vance is the fourth child of JD and Usha Vance. The name Neel reflects the family's Indian heritage on Usha's side. The couple's three older children now have a new baby brother, KUTV reported.

JD Vance rose to national fame with his memoir before entering politics. Usha Vance is a Yale-trained lawyer. Together, they have built a family that is now at the center of American public life at a historic moment, according to KTUL.

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