Vice President JD Vance urged Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed to focus on public policy rather than attacking Usha Vance. Speaking at a metro Detroit rally organized by MAGA Inc., Vance said it is “weird” to discuss another man’s wife and criticized El-Sayed’s record on protecting auto workers.
WHO:Vice President JD Vance
WHAT:Vance criticized El-Sayed for attacking Usha Vance and urged him to focus on policy issues.
WHEN:Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 4:32 PM ET
WHERE:Metro Detroit, Michigan
WHY:Vance was reacting to El-Sayed’s online comments and attacks involving Usha Vance.
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