"Vance’s Bold Trump Claims Ignite Firestorm: Did He Overstep with ‘Black Lives’ Commentary?"
Columbus, Ohio — Vice President JD Vance ignited a firestorm of criticism after declaring on social media that former President Donald Trump has done more to save Black lives than any leader in U.S. history. The remark, made on June 29, 2025, was shared on X, where Vance also tagged New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie. Vance’s assertion came on the heels of his praise for a peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of the …