James David Vance, better known as JD Vance, was a marine, lawyer, and author before he became U.S. vice president in 2025. The Republican politician was launched into the public spotlight by his memoir, which described his childhood in rural America. This beneficial biography of Vance, written with knowledge of the key components of the science of reading, tells the story of his youth and entry into politics as well as his accomplishments to present day. Colorful photographs, More to Know fact boxes, and a timeline reinforce key ideas in this informative volume.