Washington: JD Vance, the Vice-President of the United States, has ignited a firestorm of debate after publicly declaring his hope that his wife, Usha Vance—who comes from a Hindu-Indian background—will embrace Christianity.

The remarks, made during a public event, have drawn sharp criticism from Indian-American communities, religious-freedom advocates and commentators alike. ADVERTISEMENT

At the same event, another controversy cropped up. Photographs showing Vance greeting Erika Kirk, widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, in a seemingly close embrace with Vance went viral. Kirk wore a white T-shirt with the word “Freedom.” Vance appeared in a blue suit.

The photographs were widely discussed alongside his faith-related comments.

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