Career Timeline of Usha Vance: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Usha Vance made an impact.

Usha Bala Vance is an American lawyer and the current second lady of the United States, serving since 2025. As the wife of Vice President JD Vance, she holds the distinction of being the first Indian-American to hold this position. Her role as second lady places her in a prominent position within the political landscape of the United States.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2013: Clerked for Judge Amul Thapar

In 2013, Usha Vance served as a law clerk for Judge Amul Thapar of the District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky.

2014: Clerked for Judge Brett Kavanaugh

In 2014, Usha Vance clerked for Judge Brett Kavanaugh on the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.

2015: Continued Clerkship for Judge Kavanaugh

In 2015, Usha Vance continued her clerkship for Judge Brett Kavanaugh on the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.

2017: Clerked for Chief Justice John Roberts

In 2017, Usha Vance served as a law clerk for Chief Justice John Roberts.

2018: Continued Clerkship for Chief Justice Roberts

In 2018, Usha Vance continued her clerkship for Chief Justice John Roberts at the Supreme Court and worked on Azar v. Garza.

2019: Admitted to the District of Columbia Bar

In 2019, Usha Vance was admitted to the District of Columbia Bar and began working for a law firm.

July 2024: Delivered Introductory Address at Republican National Convention

In July 2024, Usha Vance delivered the introductory address for her husband, JD Vance, at the Republican National Convention and was an advisor to her husband during his election campaign.

July 2024: Resigned from Munger, Tolles & Olson

In July 2024, Usha Vance resigned from her position at the law firm Munger, Tolles & Olson, where she had worked for almost six years, to focus on family care.

November 2024: Became Second Lady of the United States Designate

In November 2024, Usha Vance became the second lady of the United States designate as JD Vance became the vice president-elect.

January 2025: Became Second Lady of the United States

In January 2025, Usha Vance became the Second Lady of the United States, making her the first Indian American, first Telugu, and first Hindu to hold the position.

February 2025: Accompanied Husband on Visit to France and Germany

In February 2025, Usha Vance accompanied her husband on a visit to France and Germany, and was appointed to the board of trustees of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts by President Trump.