Vice President JD Vance has once again demonstrated his steady leadership and unwavering loyalty to President Trump amid a turbulent week in American politics.
Speaking during a newly released interview, Vance offered a firm rebuke of Elon Musk’s recent public attacks on the president while expressing hope that the influential entrepreneur will ultimately return to supporting the Trump administration’s historic mission.
In measured and thoughtful remarks, Vance described Musk’s highly public outburst as a huge mistake and emphasized that the president remains focused on delivering results for the American people.
The vice president’s comments were made during an interview with popular comedian Theo Von, which was recorded Thursday as Musk was posting a flurry of angry messages across social media.
The conversation was released Friday, offering a timely window into Vance’s perspective on one of the week’s most high-profile political storylines.
At a moment when others sought to stir controversy, Vance provided a voice of calm and reason, underscoring his loyalty to President Trump while encouraging a path forward rooted in unity.
"I hope that eventually Elon comes back into the fold. Maybe that’s not possible now because he’s gone so nuclear," Vance said during the interview. His remarks struck a balance between acknowledging the gravity of Musk’s recent comments and expressing a desire for healing and reconciliation.
Vance’s words reflect the maturity and discipline that have made him an indispensable partner to President Trump and a key leader within the administration.
Vance’s comments came amid calls from other Republican leaders for Musk and President Trump to set aside their differences and mend fences. The two men, once close allies, had developed a strong working relationship in recent months, collaborating on key initiatives and spending significant time together.
But Musk’s recent criticism of the administration’s tax and spending package sparked a sharp public exchange. President Trump defended the legislation, calling it one of the greatest bills ever presented to Congress and reminding the nation of the transformative economic growth unleashed by the Trump tax cuts.
Musk, for his part, launched a series of posts attacking the bill and even calling for the president’s impeachment. Without providing evidence, Musk also suggested that the government was hiding information related to President Trump’s past association with Jeffrey Epstein, an accusation that has been repeatedly debunked.
Throughout it all, Vance remained a steady voice of support for the president, refusing to be drawn into personal attacks while forcefully defending the administration’s record.
Speaking to Von, Vance acknowledged that Musk is an emotional person who may have acted out of frustration. "Look, it happens to everybody," Vance said.
"I’ve flown off the handle way worse than Elon Musk did in the last 24 hours." With this comment, Vance showed empathy without excusing Musk’s behavior, and more importantly, he kept the focus where it belongs: on the administration’s continued work for the American people.
The vice president made it clear that President Trump has shown great restraint in the face of Musk’s outbursts. Vance told Von that as Musk was urging Congress to kill the president’s big beautiful bill, the president was "getting a little frustrated, feeling like some of the criticisms were unfair coming from Elon."
But Vance emphasized that President Trump has remained focused on governing rather than being pulled into a public feud. "I think [the president] has been very restrained because the president doesn’t think that he needs to be in a blood feud with Elon Musk," Vance said.
Vance also forcefully rejected Musk’s baseless claims about Epstein. When Von showed him Musk’s post alleging that Trump’s administration has withheld Epstein-related records, Vance responded unequivocally: "Absolutely not. Donald Trump didn’t do anything wrong with Jeffrey Epstein."
The vice president added, "This stuff is just not helpful," directly calling out Musk’s reckless accusations. When Musk had gone so far as to suggest that Trump should be impeached and replaced with Vance, the vice president again stood firmly with the president. "It’s totally insane. The president is doing a good job," Vance said.
Importantly, Vance also highlighted the many positive contributions Musk has made in the past. He called Musk "an incredible entrepreneur" and praised Musk’s leadership in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which worked to cut wasteful government spending and streamline bureaucracy.
"DOGE was really good," Vance said. "This sort of effort to root out waste, fraud, and abuse in our country was really good." The vice president’s remarks reinforced the administration’s appreciation for Musk’s past service, even as he made it clear that recent attacks were misguided.
Turning to the budget bill itself, Vance strongly defended the legislation as a critical component of President Trump’s pro-growth agenda. The bill’s primary goal is to extend the successful 2017 tax cuts that powered record economic expansion during Trump’s first term.
While the bill also includes spending reductions, Vance acknowledged that the legislation is not perfect—an honest and pragmatic assessment that speaks to his integrity as a leader.
"It’s a good bill," Vance said. "It’s not a perfect bill." By standing firm in defense of the bill, Vance reinforced the administration’s commitment to pro-growth policies and fiscal responsibility.
The vice president also dismissed complaints from some House Republicans who claimed they hadn’t had time to review the legislation before voting on it.
"The idea that people haven’t had an opportunity to actually read it is ridiculous," Vance said, noting that the bill’s text had been available for weeks.
His comments reflect the administration’s determination to advance transparent, well-considered policy rather than succumbing to baseless procedural objections.
Throughout the interview, Vance displayed the candor, loyalty, and composure that have become hallmarks of his vice presidency. Whether addressing Musk’s unfounded accusations, defending the president’s economic agenda, or calling for unity within the conservative movement, Vance remained focused on what matters most: delivering for the American people and advancing President Trump’s vision for the country.
Even when asked lighthearted personal questions by Von, Vance demonstrated good humor and poise. When asked whether he "got high" to celebrate Trump’s election night victory, Vance laughed and said, "I did not get high."
He added with a smile, "I did have a fair amount to drink that night." This moment of levity only reinforced the vice president’s authenticity and relatability.
The interview, which was recorded at a Nashville restaurant owned by Trump ally Kid Rock, offered a glimpse into the strong, principled leadership that Vance brings to the Trump administration.
As the president’s closest advisor and most trusted partner, Vance continues to stand resolutely with President Trump at a time when unity and focus are more important than ever.
Amid all the noise of the political world, Vance’s voice remains one of clarity and loyalty. He understands the stakes of this moment and the importance of staying true to the movement that has brought so many Americans renewed hope for the future.
His leadership and support for the president will continue to be a vital asset as the administration pushes forward with its bold, transformational agenda.
As the battle over the budget bill continues and as the administration navigates an increasingly complex political landscape, the American people can take great confidence in the team of President Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
United, focused, and committed to the values that made America great, they will continue to fight for the nation’s future—and they will do so together.
