Vice President JD Vance is facing public criticism after making a controversial hand gesture during a televised speech at a Republican fundraising dinner in Ohio on Tuesday, June 24. The moment came just hours after President Trump made headlines for using blunt language while speaking to reporters about the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
During his speech, Vance appeared to reference political opponents in Washington, D.C., and made a gesture that many viewers interpreted as inappropriate for a public official.
“In Washington, D.C., they have this thing—I think it means we’re No. 1,” Vance said, raising his hand. “All the pink-haired people throw up this sign, and I think that means we’re No. 1, right? I choose to take it that way.”
The moment, broadcast on national television, quickly drew widespread attention online. Social media users expressed disappointment, calling the act “unprofessional” and “disrespectful,” particularly coming from someone in one of the highest offices in the country. One commenter wrote, “Remember when leaders used to set an example?”
The incident occurred just hours after President Trump, during an impromptu press conference, gave a candid response when asked whether Iran had violated a recent ceasefire agreement.
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