A recent report suggests that Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, considered naming their newborn son, Alec Neel Vance, “Donald” as a tribute to President Trump. The claim, circulating online, posits that JD Vance floated the idea as a significant gesture of loyalty to the president.
According to the report, anonymous sources indicated that Usha Vance, however, declined the proposal. One source stated that she “shut it down—politely, but firmly,” emphasizing a desire for their son’s name to represent their family rather than make a political statement.
The report also noted that Alec Neel Vance is reportedly the first child born to a sitting US vice president in over 150 years. The story gained traction due to its connection between a personal family decision and President Trump’s political influence.
The claim has been confirmed, with reports indicating JD Vance did propose naming their fourth child, Donald, as a way to honor President Trump. The Vance family, already parents to Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel, had reportedly not yet selected godparents, being mindful of the political scrutiny surrounding their family.
This situation follows a previous insider report suggesting that Trump anticipated being asked to serve as the baby’s godfather. Unnamed sources indicated that Trump considered this role a certainty due to his relationship with Vance, though no formal invitation had been extended. The Vance family reportedly remained focused on their new baby, aware that even godparent decisions could attract significant media attention.
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