Thu Nov 07 11:19:16 UTC 2024: ## JD Vance Elected Vice President, Usha Chilukuri Set to Become First Indian-American Second Lady
Republican nominee Donald Trump secured a decisive victory in the 2024 Presidential election, with his running mate, JD Vance, now set to become the next Vice President of the United States.
In his acceptance speech, Trump congratulated Vance and his wife, Usha Chilukuri, highlighting her as the first Indian-American to assume the role of Second Lady.
Vance, in a social media post, expressed gratitude to Trump for the opportunity to serve and thanked the American people for their trust. He also lauded his wife, Usha, for her unwavering support, saying, “To my beautiful wife for making it possible to do this.”
Usha Chilukuri, an American lawyer of Indian descent, traces her roots to Andhra Pradesh. She holds a bachelor’s degree in History from Yale University and a master’s degree in Philosophy from the University of Cambridge. She met Vance at Yale Law School and the couple married in 2014, incorporating Hindu rituals in their wedding ceremony. They have three children together.
Chilukuri has been a constant presence throughout Vance’s political journey, actively supporting his campaigns and often appearing alongside him. Her appointment as Second Lady marks a significant milestone for the Indian-American community.
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