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Usha Vance's Ukraine Minerals Deal Collapses Amid Controversy

10/26/2025

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Second Lady Usha Vance advised on a minerals deal with Ukraine this year, per Jonathan Karl's forthcoming book.
Vice President JD Vance offered her legal expertise during discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Usha reviewed the deal in the West Wing, but it ultimately fell through.
The episode escalated when Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered Ukrainian President Zelensky out of the White House before signing.

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Second Lady Usha Vance advised on a minerals deal with Ukraine this year, per Jonathan Karl's forthcoming book.
Vice President JD Vance offered her legal expertise during discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Usha reviewed the deal in the West Wing, but it ultimately fell through.
The episode escalated when Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered Ukrainian President Zelensky out of the White House before signing.