Vice President JD Vance made headlines this Halloween with a playful video that embraced a popular meme about him. The short clip, filmed at the Naval Observatory residence, features Vance wearing a curly brown wig, mimicking a viral internet joke. The video quickly attracted significant attention, garnering over 15 million views within hours, including 250,000 likes on platforms such as Instagram, X, and Facebook.
Vance’s Halloween Video: A Memetic Marvel
In the TikTok video, Vance, dressed in a dark suit with a red tie, greets trick-or-treaters, saying, “Happy Halloween, kids … remember, say thank you!” This line references the catchy “you didn’t say thank you” meme that has circulated in political circles.
Background of the Meme
The origin of the meme stems from a tense interaction between Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in February. Following this exchange, critics began to create exaggerated images of Vance, humorously depicting him with features like curly hair and captions suggesting he often failed to express gratitude.
Engagement and Reactions
- Vance’s post was trending across multiple social media platforms.
- Users reacted with enthusiastic comments; one called him “the best VP ever.”
- Even tech mogul Elon Musk chimed in with a laughing emoji.
In a twist, the official White House X account joined in on the fun, sharing mock costume package graphics featuring political figures. The “JD Vance Costume” humorously noted it did not include the distinctive curly hair, prompting Vance to complete the joke with his own video.
Political Implications
This light-hearted approach by Vance is part of a broader strategy that aligns with the Trump administration’s focus on digital engagement and meme culture. The vice president’s ability to turn a meme into a personal triumph is a rare feat in contemporary politics.
As Halloween came to a close, Vice President JD Vance not only entertained the public but also demonstrated a unique ability to connect with internet culture, proving that humor can coexist even within the political arena.
