Despite his demanding schedule, U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance has reaffirmed his commitment to conducting a comprehensive investigation into the phenomenon of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs), commonly known as UFOs. During a conversation with Miranda Devine on the “Pod Force One” podcast, Vance made a firm declaration regarding the issue. He stated, “I cannot afford to be so consumed by duties that I miss this. I intend to uncover the truth.” This strong emphasis on seeking information underscores the increasing focus in Washington D.C. on a subject that has transitioned from a fringe concern to one requiring serious consideration at the highest political levels.
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This interest in unexplained occurrences is shared by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, with whom Vance previously discussed UAPs during their tenure together in the Senate. However, Vance offers a distinct, non-traditional lens through which to view these events, moving beyond purely technological or extraterrestrial hypotheses. The Vice President posited that these phenomena could potentially be manifestations of spiritual forces—perhaps angels, or conversely, entities actively seeking to inflict damage. Vance clarified that his personal strategy for navigating this uncertainty involves adhering to a spiritual path, specifically through prayer and striving to live as a virtuous individual.
While some political figures, such as Representative Jared Moskowitz, have publicly asserted that the federal government is concealing information and knowingly fabricating facts regarding UAPs, Vance maintains a different focus. He views these occurrences as a potential mirror, reflecting deeper, unseen processes at play in the world. Separately, the Vice President quickly shut down speculation regarding a possible joint presidential campaign with Secretary Rubio in 2028, labeling such discussions as premature and reaffirming his commitment to his current responsibilities as Vice President.
The overall engagement with the UAP topic in Washington is intensifying against a backdrop of increasing anxiety concerning threats posed by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Data confirms the urgency: the National UFO Reporting Center documented more than 2,000 incidents solely within the first half of 2025, emphasizing the critical need for an official governmental response. In parallel, the administration has announced the establishment of a dedicated task force aimed at countering UAV threats, part of a broader effort to reassert air space sovereignty. Although Vance lightheartedly refers to himself as a “crazy UFO fanatic,” he remains steadfast in his resolve to delve into this matter as soon as his demanding official schedule allows.