JD Vance: ‘despicable toady for Trump’ – and 2028 candidate in all but name

Vice-president has emerged as key defender of Maga flame - and is backed by big tech billions. Is this the heir apparent?

We did not have a lot of money," said JD Vance, placing hand on heart as he recalled his childhood in Middletown, Ohio in the 1990s. I was raised by a woman who struggled often to put food on the table and clothes on her back."

There was an earnest cry from the audience. Mamaw!" shouted a man.