Vice President JD Vance recently faced a difficult situation when he was followed by pro-Ukraine protesters while out for a walk with his three-year-old daughter. This incident occurred on Saturday, March 8, 2025, and Vance shared his experience on social media.
Vance described how the protesters shouted slogans like “Slava Ukraini,” making his daughter anxious and scared. In an effort to calm the situation, he approached the group to have a conversation, hoping it would lead them to stop following him. Most of the protesters agreed to talk, and Vance noted that the conversation was mostly respectful. However, he expressed his disapproval of their actions, stating, “if you’re chasing a 3-year-old as part of a political protest, you’re a s*** person.”
This incident highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding U.S. foreign policy regarding Ukraine. Since taking office, the Trump administration, which includes Vance, has been working on a potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine. However, negotiations have been challenging, especially after a recent meeting involving Vance, President Trump, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Vance’s encounter with protesters is part of a larger pattern. Pro-Ukraine activists have been critical of the administration’s willingness to negotiate with both Russia and Ukraine. Over the weekend, protesters also gathered outside Vance’s home in Cincinnati, and similar protests occurred when he took his family skiing in Vermont. These demonstrations were organized by a group called Indivisible Mad River Valley, which aimed to express their frustration with the administration’s approach to the conflict.
As the situation in Ukraine continues to evolve, the reactions from both supporters and critics of U.S. policy are likely to remain intense.
