Usha Vance is the Second Lady of the United States, married to Vice President JD Vance. Born on January 6, 1986, in San Diego County, California, she is the daughter of Indian immigrants from the Telugu-speaking region. She holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Yale University and a Juris Doctor from Yale Law School.
Throughout her legal career, Usha Vance has clerked for prominent judges, including Chief Justice John Roberts and Judge Brett Kavanaugh. She also worked as an associate at the law firm Munger, Tolles & Olson.
In July 2024, she resigned from her law firm position to support her husband’s vice-presidential campaign. At the Republican National Convention that year, Usha delivered the introductory address for JD Vance. She has been described as a key advisor and “spirit guide” in his political journey.
Since assuming the role of Second Lady in January 2025, Usha Vance has undertaken various official duties. In February 2025, she accompanied her husband on a visit to France and Germany.
She was also appointed to the board of trustees of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. In March 2025, she led the U.S. presidential delegation to Italy for the Special Olympics World Winter Games.
In March 2025, Usha Vance traveled to Greenland as part of a U.S. delegation. The visit coincided with President Donald Trump’s continued interest in the U.S. potentially acquiring the strategically located territory. The trip included tours of historical sites and attendance at Greenland’s national dogsled race.
Usha Vance’s heritage has been a subject of public interest. She is the first Hindu and first Indian American to serve as Second Lady. Her background has drawn admiration from figures like Maye Musk, who praised her as “smart and charming.”
While Usha has largely kept her personal political views private, her voting history reflects a range of affiliations. Public records indicate she was registered as a Democrat until 2014, later identifying as an independent, and participating in Republican primaries in more recent years.