JD Vance named RNC finance chair to boost GOP

Vice President JD Vance will take on a significant role with the Republican National Committee (RNC) as the new finance chair. His main goal is to help the party "fully enact the MAGA mandate" and expand the Republican majority in Congress by 2026. The RNC Executive Committee has unanimously approved Vance for this position. It's a historic move, as this is the first time a sitting vice president has served as finance chair for the GOP. An RNC official noted that this decision reflects a strong partnership between the White House and the RNC. In a statement, Vance emphasized the importance of growing Republican representation ahead of the next elections. He said, “To fully enact the MAGA mandate, we must keep and grow our Republican majorities in 2026.” He expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with RNC Chair Michael Whatley and the team to raise funds for the upcoming campaigns. Former President Donald Trump praised Vance, stating he is well-equipped to win tough races. Trump highlighted the importance of Vance’s new role in securing elections and driving voter turnout. RNC Chair Whatley praised Vance as a success story and an influential figure in reshaping the GOP to represent working Americans. He also expressed gratitude for the contributions of outgoing National Finance Chair Richard "Duke" Buchan III before he takes up an ambassador role in Morocco.