Can JD Vance Win Over Skeptical Jewish Voters?

Vice President JD Vance’s Monday appearance at the Republican Jewish Coalition’s biannual conference in Las Vegas has become a test of whether he can soften skepticism among Jewish conservative donors. Ahead of the event at The Venetian, intermediaries reportedly sought feedback from prominent Jewish donors about the likely reception, reflecting widening concerns tied to Vance’s role in the administration’s diplomacy with Iran and Israel. In a closed-door Q&A, he defended controversial relationships and drew parallels between his Catholic faith and Judaism, while also calling for Republicans to rework how they argue for U.S.-Israel support. The question remains whether he can rebuild trust before next year’s GOP primary.