Usha Vance, the first Indian American and Hindu Second Lady, is praised for her intelligence, charm, and achievements. She and her husband, Vice President JD Vance, have faced challenges but remain steadfast.

President Donald Trump signed a flurry of executive orders covering issues ranging from immigration and trade to DEI, climate, and the federal workforce during his first week in office. Included was an executive order ending birthright citizenship—an issue Trump promised to address throughout his campaign.

Elon Musk’s mom praised Usha Vance as “smart and charming” on Monday in a shared post that questioned why the second lady — who’s faced attacks over her heritage — hasn’t received more attention for being the first Hindu to serve in the role.

Usha Vance, 39, is the first Indian American to be second lady. Some Indian Americans say they don't see her representing their community.

Vice President JD Vance is married to Usha Chilukuri Vance. Usha Chilukuri Vance was born to Indian immigrants who moved to the U.S. in the late 1970s, Reuters reported. She was raised in the suburbs of San Diego, California.

Maye Musk, mother of Elon Musk, has voiced her support for Usha Vance, the Second Lady of the United States, following racist attacks on her Indian heritage. In a post on X, Maye praised Usha as “lovely,

Maye Musk supports Usha Vance, the Second Lady of the US, amid racist attacks on her Indian heritage, praising her as lovely and smart.