WASHINGTON: U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, have welcomed the birth of their fourth child, a baby boy, according to a statement released by the couple.
The child was born on Sunday, and the family announced that they have named him Alec Neil Vance.
A Historic First in More Than 150 Years
According to The Wall Street Journal, the birth marks a rare historical milestone in the United States.
The publication reported that it is the first time in more than 150 years that the spouse of a sitting U.S. vice president has given birth while her husband is serving in office.
The last comparable case occurred in 1870, when the wife of then–Vice President Schuyler Colfax gave birth during her husband’s tenure.
Family of Six
J.D. and Usha Vance already have three children:
- Ewan
- Vivek
- Mirabel
The arrival of Alec Neil Vance expands the family to six members.
Vice President to Adjust Schedule
In comments following the announcement, Vice President Vance said he does not intend to take formal parental leave.
However, he said he plans to adjust his official schedule so he can spend as much time as possible with his newborn son and support his family during the early weeks after the birth.
The announcement has been met with congratulations from political colleagues and supporters, adding a personal milestone to the vice president’s time in office.
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