Vance has already been caught on hot mic speaking to the House Speaker
A lip reader has detailed vice president JD Vance’s supposed three-word threat as Donald Trump delivered his speech to Congress earlier this week.
Trump’s Bold Speech Unveils Putin’s Peace Signals and Zelenskyy’s Letter
In a high-energy, nearly 100-minute speech, President Donald Trump delivered a series of major revelations, including Vladimir Putin’s “strong signals” for peace and a letter from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which surfaced amid last week’s Oval Office turmoil.
Vice President Vance Caught on Hot Mic
As Trump took center stage at the Capitol on Tuesday (March 4) to address Congress, Vice President J.D. Vance was caught on a hot mic, offering a rare moment of levity before the high-stakes speech. A clip from the session captured Vance greeting House Speaker Mike Johnson, who playfully noted that the two “didn’t wear the same tie.”
With diplomatic tensions at an all-time high, Trump’s address set the stage for a dramatic shift in U.S. foreign policy, leaving both allies and adversaries watching closely.
Vance’s Off-the-Cuff Comments Steal the Spotlight Before Trump’s Speech
As Vice President J.D. Vance shared a moment with House Speaker Mike Johnson before President Trump’s big address, a hot mic captured a candid exchange that quickly caught attention.
Vance, with a touch of humor, quipped, “We could have coordinated, I guess, but…” before leaning in to whisper something to Johnson, a part of which wasn’t entirely picked up on audio. Pulling back, he added, “By the way, I think the speech is going to be great. But I don’t know how you do this for 90 minutes.”
In a strikingly similar response, Speaker Johnson echoed Vance’s words, remarking, “By the way, I think the speech is going to be great. But I don’t know how you do this for 90 minutes.”
A “Full Reckoning” Ahead?
Lip reader Jeremy Freeman later speculated that Vance told Johnson the speech would be “a full reckoning” and that it was “long overdue,” hinting at the serious tone Trump’s address would take.
Vance Under Fire on Social Media
While Vance’s off-the-cuff comments gave a glimpse into his thoughts before the speech, they come amid growing controversy surrounding his recent statements on Ukraine. The vice president has been criticized on social media for comments perceived as disrespectful to both France and the UK, fueling the debate over his stance on international relations.
Vance’s Controversial Remarks Spark Backlash Over UK and France’s Role in Ukraine Conflict
Vice President J.D. Vance sparked significant controversy earlier this week during an appearance on Fox News, where he discussed U.S. security guarantees and the war in Ukraine.
He stated, “The president knows that if you want real U.S. security guarantees, if you want to actually ensure that Vladimir Putin does not invade Ukraine again, the very best security guarantee is to give Americans economic upside in the future of Ukraine.”
Vance further emphasized, “That is a way better security guarantee from some random country that hasn’t fought a war in 30 or 40 years.”
A Controversial Statement About UK and France
His comment about countries not having fought a war in decades did not sit well with many, especially considering France and the UK have both pledged troops for a potential peacekeeping force in Ukraine.
On Twitter, one user pointed out the disrespect in Vance’s statement, saying, “JD Vance’s claim that the UK hasn’t fought a war in 30-40 years insults the 600+ British troops who died in Iraq and Afghanistan alongside Americans. Disrespectful to their sacrifice and our alliance, time for an apology, not ignorance.”
A Growing Firestorm
Vance’s remarks have left many questioning his understanding of the sacrifices made by U.S. allies, and it seems likely the vice president will face continued scrutiny over his comments in the coming days.
