Senator J.D. Vance held a rally in his hometown of Middletown, Ohio, marking his first solo event since being named Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate. The rally attracted hundreds, with significant security measures in place due to safety concerns following an assassination attempt on Trump. While some attendees expressed strong support for Vance, others raised concerns about his lack of political experience, given that he is a freshman senator. Vance's mother attended the rally and expressed pride in her son's political journey, which has been shaped by his upbringing in Middletown. Trump endorsed Vance after initially having a tumultuous relationship, and Vance's ability to articulate Trump's vision is seen as a potential asset. The event comes amid a changing political landscape, with President Biden dropping out of the presidential race to endorse Vice President Harris.