Foreign Policy

JD Vance: Europe Risks “Civilizational Suicide” Without Border Control

Published

March 15, 2025

Vice President JD Vance sat down with Laura Ingraham for an exclusive interview on The Ingraham Angle, tackling America’s shifting stance on Europe, the escalating crisis in Syria, and the high-stakes decisions shaping U.S. foreign policy. His candid take on border security, free speech, and global alliances pulls no punches.

Strengthening Ties with Europe While Prioritizing Sovereignty

Vance emphasized the deep historical and cultural ties between the United States and Europe, describing it as “the cradle of Western civilization.” While acknowledging disagreements with European leaders, he stressed that shared religious and cultural values should guide future relations. However, he also warned of Europe’s internal struggles, particularly its inability to control its borders and rising restrictions on free speech.

“We see some free speech issues that worry us. And we see that they’re doing some things on borders that are not just bad for their own countries, but ultimately bad for us,” Vance stated, urging Europe to respect its sovereignty while maintaining strong ties with the U.S.

Addressing Christian Persecution in Syria

Vance expressed deep concern over reports of targeted massacres against Christians and other minorities in Syria. He highlighted the consequences of past U.S. interventions in the Middle East, particularly the Iraq War, which led to the destruction of historic Christian communities.

“We do not want to see another Christian community erased from the face of the earth,” Vance said. While ruling out military intervention, he noted that diplomatic and economic measures were being pursued to protect vulnerable populations.

Standing Firm in Diplomatic Engagements

Vance also discussed his role in a meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. He recounted a moment when he interjected during a press conference to counter what he saw as unfair questioning from a reporter. Vance clarified that his comments were not pre-planned and that President Trump welcomed his input rather than being annoyed by it.

“The president, what I try to do is, obviously, he’s the president. I’m the vice president. I try to be respectful. But I also recognize that sometimes the president wants me to say stuff,” Vance explained.

Vance’s remarks underscored his commitment to defending America’s interests while maintaining critical global partnerships, reinforcing his role as an assertive and engaged vice president under the Trump administration.