Vance isn’t going to take any criticism from the former president lightly. He’s going to fight back.
And JD Vance went scorched earth on Biden by making this one brutal statement.
JD Vance Fires Back at Biden, Signals Robust Foreign and Domestic Policy Agenda
In a spirited defense of the Trump administration’s foreign policy, Vice President JD Vance sharply criticized former President Joe Biden, calling his tenure a “total disaster” during a Thursday interview on Fox News’ “The Story” with host Martha MacCallum. The remarks came in response to Biden’s recent BBC interview, where he labeled a contentious February 28 Oval Office meeting involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Vance, and President Trump as “beneath America.”
“I think it’s rich for Joe Biden to comment on anything that we’re doing when it comes to Russia and Ukraine,” Vance declared, pointing to the Russian invasion of Ukraine that began under Biden’s watch. “Under Biden’s administration, Russia launched the full-scale invasion of Ukraine,” he added, dismissing Biden’s critiques with a curt, “I wish Joe Biden the best. I don’t really care what he has to say about American foreign policy because so much of what he did was a total disaster.”
A Path to Peace in Ukraine
Vance expressed optimism about ongoing U.S.-led efforts to broker peace in Ukraine, now in its third year of conflict. Despite acknowledging that Russia’s initial proposal to end the invasion was unreasonable, he viewed the dialogue as a step forward. “We obviously want Ukraine to remain a sovereign country,” Vance emphasized. “We knew that the Russians’ first offer would be too much. We knew that they would ask for more than was reasonable to give. That’s how negotiations often work. I’m not bothered by that.”
However, Vance reiterated a firm stance: the administration is prepared to “walk away” if Russia fails to negotiate in “good faith.” He added, “What would bother me is if we conclude that the Russians are not engaging in the negotiation in good faith. And if that happens, yeah, we’re [going to] walk away.” Still, he highlighted the progress of having “concrete peace plans on the table,” signaling a proactive approach to ending the war.
Trade Talks and Economic Priorities
Shifting to trade, Vance addressed the administration’s recent framework for a trade agreement with the United Kingdom, the first since President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff announcement. When asked about negotiations with China, he struck an optimistic yet pragmatic tone.
“We’re [going to] have a conversation with [China]. We’ll see where it leads,” he said. “We just [want a] deal with any country, whether it’s China or anybody else that makes American workers and American businesses in a better position.” Vance’s comments suggest a deal with Beijing is “very achievable,” aligning with the administration’s focus on strengthening U.S. economic interests.
Cracking Down on Government Waste
Domestically, Vance highlighted the administration’s commitment to rooting out inefficiency and misconduct through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk. Despite Musk’s role as a special government employee nearing its end, Vance assured that the initiative would persist.
“Elon’s not disappearing,” he said. “Nobody said that the work of DOGE would only last 110 days and that would be it. We think there’s a lot more waste and fraud that we can find.”
He explained that Attorney General Pam Bondi is putting together the groundwork for fraud lawsuits based on DOGE’s findings, though he cautioned that prosecutions could take “years.” “I know that she’s working on building the case against some of these people who have committed absolute fraud on the American people. You’re [going to] see some of those prosecutions over the next few years,” Vance noted, signaling a long-term commitment to accountability.
Unity and Ambition Within the Administration
Addressing speculation about his political future, Vance dismissed rumors of tension with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, both of whom have been mentioned as potential 2028 presidential contenders. “Marco’s actually my, probably my best friend in the administration,” Vance said warmly. “We hang out and talk all the time. He’s doing a really good job. And, of course, I’m doing the best job that I can.” Looking ahead, Vance focused on his current role, stating, “I can see myself doing a really good job for the next 1,100 days, and then the American people can figure it out from there.”
A Forward-Looking Vision
Vance’s remarks paint a picture of an administration intent on reshaping U.S. policy with a blend of assertive diplomacy, economic pragmatism, and domestic reform. By rebuffing Biden’s criticisms and outlining a clear agenda, Vance signaled confidence in the Trump administration’s ability to navigate complex global and domestic challenges while delivering tangible results for Americans.
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