The Vance Daily

THE VANCE DAILY - April 14, 2026

Vice President JD Vance spoke at a Turning Point USA event at the University of Georgia after his planned co-speaker Erika Kirk missed the appearance due to what Vance described as "serious threats."

Georgia Campus Visit: Vance delivered remarks at the TPUSA event at the University of Georgia while students both rallied in support and protested his campus appearance.

Kirk Absence Due to Threats: Erika Kirk did not attend the planned Georgia event after receiving threats, according to statements made by Vice President Vance.

Vatican Policy Criticism: Vance said the Vatican should stay out of US policy after Pope Leo XIV stated the Church has a moral duty to oppose war.

Iran Talks and Hungary Developments: Vice President Vance faces challenges as Iran negotiations stall and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán encounters political difficulties.

Hormuz Strait Tensions: A Chinese tanker sailed through what headlines described as Trump's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Left vs Right: Left-leaning outlets like CBS News and The Independent emphasized student protests and Kirk's absence due to threats, while right-leaning sources like Fox News and Just The News focused on live coverage of Vance's remarks and the TPUSA event itself. Both sides covered the basic facts of the Georgia visit but emphasized different aspects of the story.

Another day of Vice President Vance making headlines across multiple policy areas and public appearances.