After a period of low visibility, Usha Vance recently appeared on the campaign trail alongside her husband, J.D. Vance, during a visit to Gordon’s Butcher & Market in Erie, Pennsylvania. This location choice has sparked controversy, as Usha Vance is a vegetarian, making the visit to a meat processing facility an unexpected and awkward choice. Critics, including digital magazine INTO, have labelled it a “poorly received campaign stunt.”
During their visit, the Vances engaged with the shop’s owners and learned about meat processing, which seemed to make Usha visibly uncomfortable. Despite this, J.D. Vance downplayed the discomfort, asserting that Usha enjoys discussing such topics and often encourages him to try various meats.
The visit has been widely discussed on social media, with users expressing amusement and scepticism. Comments range from playful jokes to more critical remarks, questioning the authenticity of the campaign gesture. At the Republican National Convention, Usha previously described her husband as a “meat and potatoes” person who has even learned to cook Indian cuisine from her mother.
