During a recent visit to Vermont, Vice President JD Vance and his young daughter encountered a group of demonstrators expressing concerns over U.S. foreign policy. The event, which was captured in a video by WCPO 9 News, showed protesters chanting slogans and raising their voices as Vance walked through a public area.

A Tense Moment in Public

As Vance moved through the area with his three-year-old daughter, demonstrators voiced their concerns about international affairs, waving flags and chanting. According to Vance, the crowd’s intensity made his daughter anxious, leading him to engage with the protesters in an attempt to calm the situation.

Taking to social media, Vance described the moment, explaining that while most individuals were open to a brief discussion, some continued to raise their voices even as he reminded them he was accompanied by a child. He expressed disappointment in those who directed their frustration toward his daughter but acknowledged that others were willing to listen.

Engaging in Dialogue

Despite the heated atmosphere, Vance opted to have a conversation with some of the demonstrators, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy and discussion when addressing global challenges. While some disagreed with his stance, he maintained that constructive dialogue is essential in addressing differing viewpoints.

The interaction drew mixed reactions, with some commending Vance for taking the time to engage and others questioning the way events unfolded. His communications team later responded to claims that he had overstated the situation, pointing to video footage showing the demonstrators following him and his daughter.