Second Lady Usha Vance has humorously dismissed The New York Times' analysis of her pregnancy fashion, suggesting the publication assigned undue political significance to her attire. Vance, who is expecting her fourth child, quipped about the article on X, formerly Twitter.
The New York Times piece, titled "The Politics and Power of the Pregnancy Image," also featured White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt and Katie Miller, wife of deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, both of whom have recently given birth. Fashion critic Vanessa Friedman noted in the article Vance's appearance in a "stretchy coral dress" during a Father's Day Instagram Reel.
Friedman wrote that the simultaneous pregnancies of these prominent women in the current administration, while likely a coincidence, also served as a "telling" indicator for an administration perceived to understand the power of aesthetics. The article suggested that Vance, in her role as second lady, humanizes and represents the vice president by spotlighting her pregnancy.
In response, Vance posted on X, "Now that we know the political significance of my $8.75 coral maternity dress from Old Navy, can’t wait to hear what the New York Times has to say about my elastic-waistband pants and compression socks!" She shared a screenshot of her purchase receipt, indicating the dress was bought on sale for $8.75 after discounts.
<!DOCTYPE html> <html> <body> <img src="/images/wc1S5MwYamq5" alt="Usha Vance and JD Vance attend an event." style="width:800px;height:450px;"> </body> </html>The New York Times did not immediately respond to a request for comment regarding Vance's remarks.