The Vance Daily

THE VANCE DAILY - May 6, 2026

Vice President JD Vance made his first Iowa appearance in office, campaigning for Rep. Zach Nunn and telling audiences "this is not a normal election."

Iowa Campaign Stop: Vance visited Des Moines to support Rep. Zach Nunn's reelection bid, highlighting GOP priorities ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Military Base Visit: The Vice President toured Iowa's 132d Wing military facility as part of his state visit.

E15 Fuel Policy: Vance advocated for year-round E15 ethanol fuel availability during his Des Moines rally remarks.

Senate Budget Package: Republican senators advanced a $72 billion funding package for Customs and Border Protection and Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Michigan Special Election: Democrats maintained their state Senate majority with a special election victory, separate from Vance's Iowa activities.

Left vs Right: Left-leaning outlets like The Daily Beast focused on Vance's speaking difficulties, claiming he struggled reading from notes, while The New York Times emphasized Republican concerns about midterm prospects. Right-leaning sources like Just The News highlighted Vance's campaign messaging and the Senate budget advancement without focusing on performance critiques.

Another day on the campaign trail for America's Vice President.