New twist in Vance conversion row: ‘You become Hindu…’

US Vice President JD Vance provoked controversy after expressing at a Turning Point USA event that he hopes his wife, Usha, who is Hindu, will one day embrace Christianity. The Hindu American Foundation (HAF) criticized his comments, highlighting ongoing anti-Hindu sentiment online and stressing that Hinduism does not seek to convert others. HAF called on Vance to acknowledge and engage with the positive impact of Hinduism, urging respect for pluralism and religious freedom. Amid backlash, Vance clarified that his wife has no plans to convert and remains his “biggest blessing,” reiterating his respect for her beliefs.