J.D. Vance (born James Donald Bowman) is an American author, investor, and politician. He is best known for his memoir, "Hillbilly Elegy" (2016), which reflects on his upbringing in a working-class Appalachian family in Ohio and explores themes of poverty, family, and social mobility. The book gained widespread attention and was adapted into a film directed by Ron Howard in 2020. Vance's work in venture capital and his outspoken views on issues like the decline of the American working class led to his political involvement. In 2022, he ran for U.S. Senate in Ohio as a Republican, winning the seat. Vance's political platform has emphasized conservatism, economic reform, and critiques of the political establishment.50th He was elected Vice-President under Donald Trump's second term.