How JD Vance went from Trump critic to his vice president-elect

After an unlikely journey into politics and a transformation from Trump critic to fierce ally, JD Vance is now set to become the United States' 50th vice president. NBC’s Vaughn Hillyard reports for TODAY.

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[cameronmills]

My heart is full. Jd admited he was wrong..something dems could never do

[cpow]

This is how unpetty Trump is. He chose a never Trumper as his VP because he knew he would do a good job.

[charliedillon]

I listened to J.D. Vance speak for hours during the campaign. He really never mentions his mixed race marriage unless it's asked about. He doesn't play the race card, because he's not pandering to dumb people.

[cutenobi]

It shows how Trump didn’t hold a grudge against Vance. Trump is building a great team.

[glories]

JD will surely be the next US president after Trump end his era.

[JulieN-vr]

Nothing wrong, I was Democrat and 3 years ago, I changed to Republican!
Family, respect, country, work, equally and prosperity for all.
Gracias America, Ganamos

[rckrckrckrck]

People change their opinions. It’s human.

[NNShephard]

Yes we look to 2028. Vance/Gabbard 2028

[morsecode]

Next time, use the legal primary process for your candidate instead of installing a loser, democratic party

[davidcruze]

JD grew as a man and started thinking more for himself.

[steveangello]

If he runs after Trump, I'll probably vote for him

[jennyherrera]

I related to JD. I didn’t vote for Trump in 16 or 20. I voted for him and JD in 2024. Im happy to that im open minded and willing to listen to different sides.

[topcat]

JD VANCE, you're a good person and a HERO! THANKS, FROM AMERICA!

[lorettashum]

The more I watch Vance, the better I like him. A guy willing to admit his mistakes. I feel comfortable with him being Vice President.

[rootsquare]

Kudos to his Indian wife USHA VANCE for standing behind him, they called her names and they said she should divorce him and lot of bullying, she stood her ground. Imagine if they have lost they would have ruined her life.

[jayortiz]

Where's is Kamala's concession speech?

[gaoyan]

JD VANCE you are the best in the world 👍

[markanderson]

This was no different than Kamala's comments about Biden during the 2020 primaries.

[ssjb]

ONE NATION under GOD with LIBERTY and JUSTICE for ALL!!
Team TRUMP 2024
Vance is humble and found GOD~ Amen

[paulafoss]

Heavenly Father bless and protect JD Vance and his family in Jesus name!!! 🙏❤