The world of memes is a strange and wondrous place, where politicians are reduced to their most embarrassing moments for our entertainment. And few have been as meme-able as Ohio Senator JD Vance.
The Internet Can't Agree on Who He Resembles
It's not uncommon for public figures to be compared to other celebrities or historical figures, but Vance has taken it to a whole new level. From being likened to infamous serial killers like Ted Bundy and Dennis Rader, to being compared to the fictional character of Tony Soprano from The Sopranos, the internet can't seem to agree on who he looks like.
However, one thing is certain: Vance's physical appearance has been a source of endless fascination for many. Some have praised his rugged good looks, while others have mocked him for looking like a "used car salesman." Whatever your opinion may be, it's clear that Vance's face has become a meme in its own right.
When He Tried to Order Donuts Like a Normal Person
Back in August, Vance made a stop at a Valdosta, Georgia bakery which went viral for all the wrong reasons. He introduced himself to a server who immediately said she did not want to be filmed. Things didn't get much better from there.
"I'm JD Vance. I'm running for vice president," Vance tells the donut shop worker, who flatly replies: "OK." He continues, "We're gonna do two dozen. Just a random assortment of stuff here." The rest of the interaction is about as toe-curling as you can imagine.
When His Wife Visited a Butcher Shop
It's not every day that a politician's wife becomes a meme, but that's exactly what happened when Usha Vance visited a butcher shop in Valdosta, Georgia. The video of her awkward interactions with the butcher and other customers quickly went viral.
It's clear that Vance and his wife are not exactly comfortable in public settings, but that's also part of their charm. Their awkward interactions have become a source of endless fascination for many.
We Can't Not Mention the Couch Memes
When Vance was announced as Trump's VP pick, X user @rickrudescalves posted that the senator had admitted to having intimate relations involving a couch in his bestselling book Hillbilly Elegy. By the time it was confirmed to be untrue, it was too late.
The meme was quickly adopted by the Harris campaign, and soon, everyone was talking about Vance's alleged couch antics. Even the Associated Press got in on the action with a fact-check column.
Conclusion
It's clear that JD Vance is a meme waiting to happen. Whether it's his physical appearance or his awkward interactions, there's no shortage of material for memes about him. Love him or hate him, one thing is certain: he's become a part of our pop culture landscape.