Vice President JD Vance is under fire after defending Marko Elez, a former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) engineer who resigned following racist comments about Indians on X. Despite the controversy, Vance, whose wife is the daughter of Indian immigrants, called for Elez’s reinstatement, arguing that “stupid social media activity” shouldn’t ruin careers.
Elon Musk, who oversees DOGE, fueled the debate by conducting an online poll in which 78% of participants voted to rehire Elez. Following the results, Musk reinstated him, sparking outrage from critics who accused Vance of hypocrisy for failing to stand up against hate directed at his own family.
The controversy has reignited discussions on racism and loyalty within the MAGA movement, with many highlighting what they see as double standards when it comes to Indian-Americans and other minority groups. Vance has not directly responded to the backlash, but the decision continues to draw sharp criticism from civil rights advocates and political opponents alike.
