J.D. Vance
publication date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 (part of July 2024)
category: Government
clue: This self-described hillbilly from Cincinnati is one election and one elegy away from the presidency.
explanation: Vance rose to fame with his memoir Hillbilly Elegy before going into politics. He became Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate in July 2024. more…
intended difficulty: very easy
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, and Richard Slominsky
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