Democrats attack JD Vance’s memoir, calling it exploitative ahead of 2028 election.

Democrats are intensifying criticism of Vice President JD Vance ahead of the 2028 election, targeting him as a likely Republican successor to Donald Trump. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, a potential 2028 candidate, denounced Vance’s memoir, "Hillbilly Elegy" as exploitative and misleading, calling it “poverty tourism” and “hillbilly hate” during a fundraiser in Vance’s hometown. Other Democratic leaders, including Gavin Newsom, Ro Khanna, and Josh Shapiro, have echoed the critique, portraying Vance as out of touch and insincere in his claims to represent working-class voters. The attacks are part of a broader strategy to challenge Vance’s authenticity, build Democratic presidential profiles, and reclaim voters in traditionally Republican areas.