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NewsThe GuardianJuly 5, 2026United States

The Atlantic republishes 2014 JD Vance essay critical of Donald Trump

The Atlantic magazine has republished a 10-year-old essay written by JD Vance that was highly critical of Donald Trump. The publication aims to allow readers to evaluate how Vance's past views on the former president have changed as he now serves as his vice-presidential running mate.

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Why It Matters

This republication highlights the political evolution of a current vice-presidential candidate regarding his relationship with the former president, providing context for voters evaluating his past statements.

Key Facts

  • The Atlantic republished a 2014 essay by JD Vance on Saturday.
  • The essay was originally published exactly 10 years prior to the republication date.
  • In the essay, JD Vance described Donald Trump as 'cultural heroin'.
  • The magazine stated the republication is intended to allow readers to judge how Vance's assessment of Trump has aged.
  • The republication coincides with the 10th anniversary of the original piece and the US semiquincentennial.

Who's Mentioned

organizationThe Atlantic“Magazine that republished the essay.”personDonald Trump“Former president and current presidential candidate.”personJD Vance“Current vice-presidential candidate and author of the 2014 essay.”