The Vance kids captured attention for their antics while the formal ceremony proceeded. Seven-year-old Ewan Blaine, four-year-old Vivek Gabriel, and three-year-old Mirabel Rose alternated between boredom and curiosity, embodying the challenges of keeping kids entertained at a formal event.

The lighthearted moment, caught on camera, quickly went viral, with viewers praising Usha’s composure and humorously relatable parenting style. Social media erupted with admiration for the scene.

Another remarked, “I’m just gonna say it, Usha Vance made wrangling 3 young children all day while they were bored out of their minds look easy. Her smile never faltered. Great parenting on display.”

Another commented, “I feel like Usha Vance doesn’t get enough credit for keeping 3 kids under the age of 8 under control for as long as she did during the inauguration. The military has nothing on moms with that kind of discipline.”

Others found humor in Usha’s reaction. “Hahaahaa the mom ‘I mean business’ wrist grab, the fake smile for the crowd, yes Usha, yes,” one observer noted. Another added, “The cutest… and most real. Gosh, I love Usha already. The way she stops his hand, looks with those mother eyes, and says: Okayyy. (STOP.) Lol.”

Viewers also empathized with the children’s behavior. “I don’t think I have ever identified with a parent more than I did with Vance watching him with his kids. They should be bored at a political event,” one user shared.

Others noted the authenticity of her behavior, with one remarking, “Usha Vance is every mom, losing her patience, but aware of eyes watching.”

This isn’t the first time the Vance family has shared glimpses into their personal lives. J. D. and Usha, who met during law school, share a close bond and have highlighted family milestones over the years.

In February 2024, J. D. Vance took a unique approach to celebrate Vivek’s fourth birthday. During a Senate floor session, the then-senator paused his speech to acknowledge that he couldn’t attend Vivek’s birthday celebration due to his duties.

“I am sorry, Vivek, that I can’t be with you for your birthday dinner, but I want you to know that Daddy loves you very much. And I am going to read this into the Record because maybe you can watch it at home,” he said.

Photos of the Vances taken during the inauguration of the newly elected Vice President have captured the hearts of netizens nationwide.

Other moments captured further emphasize the close family bond. During the swearing-in ceremony, J.D. raises his hand as Usha stands proudly by his side, holding Mirabel. President Donald Trump observes in the background.

A separate photo captures J.D. bending down to speak to his two sons, Ewan and Vivek. One of the boys is seen clutching his stuffed bear while leaning on a railing.

Echoing similar sentiments, another commenter wrote, “J D Vance has the CUTEST daughter. She is absolutely adorable 😍 [sic].” Another admirer remarked, “Vance’s little daughter looks just like him. So cute.”

More online observers couldn’t help but gush over the Vance family, calling them “lovely,” while another user gushed about the children’s beauty. One viewer empathized with the kids, observing how tired they seemed after a long day, but still radiating cuteness. Another sent heartfelt blessings to JD’s family, wishing joy for his wife and kids.

In one image, J.D. holds Vivek close by the fishing rods, while another shows the boy receiving a fish from his father. Other moments capture them on the dock, with Vivek interacting with fishing equipment alongside a companion from their trip.

He said, “We have such young kids—seven, four, and two—is I bring my son out with me or bring one of them out with me. And so, you know, we did the whole hotel thing. He got to watch a movie, he got to, like, eat a lot of junk food that mom wouldn’t normally let him eat.”

When one of the podcast hosts asked about one of J.D.’s son’s sleeping positions, J.D. shared, “We have a king-sized bed, I’m on one little corner of it, and he still finds some way to sleep with, it’s like, a foot in my neck last night. So, if I’m a little underslept this morning, it’s because of that.”