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JD Vance’s career has followed a classic American rags-to-riches trajectory: After growing up in poverty in rural Ohio, he was accepted at an Ivy League university, finished a law degree, and leveraged his new connections into wealth and a seat in the U.S. Senate. 

While that part of Vance’s biography may be familiar to voters, thanks to his best-selling 2016 memoir “Hillbilly Elegy” and frequent media appearances as a senator, his economic views are less well known. But with former President Donald Trump having picked him as his running mate for November, Vance’s economic views on everything from trade to tech are drawing scrutiny. 

While Vance, 39, is known for changing his views – he once called Trump “cultural heroin” — he’s long espoused the idea that Americans in economically struggling regions of the country need to exercise willpower to improve their lives, rather than rely on government programs. 

At the same time, Vance has also championed trade policies that align with Trump’s “America first” vision, which include imposing tariffs on imports from China and other nations as a way to promote U.S. manufacturing and project American jobs.

“Given that Vance is a true believer in Trump’s protectionist trade policies, this pick is just the latest sign that trade will be near the top of Trump’s agenda if he returns to the White House,” Isaac Boltansky, director of policy research at investment bank BTIG, said in a report on Tuesday.

Support for protectionist policies helped Vance win his Senate seat in Ohio, and should be popular with the Great Lakes battleground states of Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, Boltansky added. 

Here’s what to know about Vance’s career and economic views. 

Trump praised Vance’s business career

In announcing Vance as his running mate, Trump highlighted what he called “a very successful business career in technology and finance.” 

That career has made Vance a multimillionaire, according to his 2022 Senate financial disclosure form. He’s worth at least $4 million thanks to investments in public companies such as Walmart, as well as bitcoin and real state. 

That career came about at least in part because of an encounter with right-leaning billionaire Peter Thiel in 2011, when Vance was attending Yale Law School. In a 2020 essay, Vance writes about how Thiel condemned an obsession with achievement among elite students because he believed they tended to lose sight of investing time on worthwhile projects in favor of chasing status.

“He articulated a feeling that had until then remained unformed: that I was obsessed with achievement in se — not as an end to something meaningful, but to win a social competition,” Vance wrote. 

Thiel’s talk spurred Vance to begin “immediately planning for a career outside the law,” he wrote. In 2016, Vance got into venture capital, joining Thiel’s firm Mithril Capital that year. In 2017, he joined Revolution, a venture fund started by former AOL executive Steve Case, where Vance was charged with finding startups in “left behind” cities.

Vance then struck out on his own by creating his own fund, Narya, an early-stage venture firm that invests in startups including conservative social media site Rumble and a prayer app called Hallow. 

Some venture capital executives praised Vance’s pick as Trump’s running mate, with Delian Asparouhov, a partner from the Thiel-based Founders Fund, writing on social media, “WE HAVE A FORMER TECH VC IN THE WHITE HOUSE. GREATEST COUNTRY ON EARTH BABY.”

What are Vance’s views on tech? 

Although some denizens of Silicon Valley see Vance as one of their own, he has championed some views that run counter to the interests of the country’s most dominant tech businesses.

While Vance’s tech experience “is a clear positive, and his comments on innovation should be heartening to the industry, it is important to note that Vance has regularly chastised the ‘Big Tech oligarchy’ and called for breaking up Alphabet’s Google,” Boltansky wrote. 

Notably, Vance has also praised Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan, who is known for stiffening antitrust enforcement under the Biden regime and taking on tech giants like Microsoft, which the agency sued to block its acquisition of Activision. Khan is “doing a pretty good job,” said earlier this year.

Vance’s antitrust views mean that Big Tech may continue to see “headwinds” if Trump wins in November, although there may be “an overall thawing in the M&A regulatory landscape that proves beneficial for deal activity,” Boltansky said.

What does Vance say about trade and tariffs?

Vance supports Trump’s protectionist trade policies, including tariffs on Chinese goods, which indicates that this could be a priority for a second Trump administration. 

“I certainly agree that we need to apply some broad-based tariffs, especially on goods coming in from China and not just solar panels and EV stuff,” Vance told CBS News’ “Face the Nation” in May. “We need to protect American industries from all of the competition.”

However, economists point out that tariffs effectively act as consumption taxes on U.S. consumers, because they raise the cost of imported goods, while domestic manufacturers tend to boost their prices to maximize their profits. Vance told “Face the Nation” he doesn’t agree with the premise that tariffs increase costs for consumers, but didn’t elaborate. 

What are Vance’s views on energy and climate change? 

Vance has expressed doubts about climate change, and is a strong supporter of the fossil fuel industry. In an interview with Fox News Channel’s Sean Hannity on Monday, Vance said, “[Y]ou’ve got to unleash American energy. President Trump is so strong and as we had energy independence, Joe Biden has destroyed it.”

He’s also criticized the Inflation Reduction Act, the Biden administration’s push to encourage Americans to replace their gas-powered cars with electric vehicles through tax credits to buy EVs, as well as to electrify their homes as a way to lower dependence on fossil fuels.

Has Vance said anything about Project 2025?

Project 2025, overseen by the conservative Heritage Foundation, is a detailed blueprint for the next Republican president that would overhaul the executive branch, as well as touch on economic issues including taxes and the Federal Reserve. Trump has sought to distance himself from the project, claiming this month that he knows “nothing” about the project. 

In an interview earlier this month that asked about Project 2025, Vance noted, “There are some good ideas in there,” but also claimed the project has no affiliation with the Trump campaign. 

The project is spearheaded by ex-Trump administration officials, including project director Paul Dans, who was chief of staff at the Office of Personnel Management.

What other financial issues are important Vance?

Vance is a major supporter of digital currencies, and as a senator has co-sponsored legislation “aimed at preventing the banking regulators from forcing banks to stop serving disfavored industries such as crypto,” Boltansky wrote. 

“A Trump victory would lead to the regulatory landscape for digital assets becoming more supportive almost immediately at the market regulators and some bank regulators, but there is always some lead time to get people in place and actually shift policy,” he added. 



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Sam Darnold #14 of the Minnesota Vikings scrambles in the second quarter of a game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee.

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The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Chicago Bears today. The Vikings are currently 8-2, an impressive run so far this season, and will be looking to add a fourth win to their current streak after last Sunday’s 23-13 win against the Tennessee Titans. The Bears, on the other hand, are entering this game on the heels of a four-game losing streak after a tough 20-19 loss against the Green Bay Packers last Sunday. 

Here’s how and when you can watch the Vikings vs. Bears game today, whether or not you have cable.


How and when to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears

The Vikings vs. Bears game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT). The game will air on Fox and stream on Fubo and the platforms featured below.


How and when to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears game without cable

You can watch this week’s NFL game on Fox via several streaming services. All you need is an internet connection and one of the top options outlined below.

Fubo offers you an easy, user-friendly way to watch NFL games on CBS, Fox, NBC, ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network, plus NCAA football channels. The Pro tier includes 200+ channels and unlimited DVR, while the Elite with Sports Plus tier adds NFL RedZone and 4K resolution. New subscribers get a seven-day free trial and all plans allow streaming on up to 10 screens simultaneously.


You can watch today’s game with a subscription to Sling’s Orange + Blue tier, which includes ESPN, ABC, NBC, and Fox. The plan offers 46 channels with local NFL games, nationally broadcast games and 50 hours of DVR storage. For complete NFL coverage, add Paramount+ to get CBS games, or upgrade with the Sports Extra add-on for additional sports channels like Golf Channel, NBA TV and NFL RedZone.


Watching NFL games, including Fox broadcasts, is simple with Hulu + Live TV, which includes 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage, and access to NFL preseason games, live regular season games and studio shows. The service includes ESPN+ and Disney+ in the subscription.


Want to watch today’s game live on your smartphone? If so, NFL+ streaming service is the solution you’re looking for. It lets you watch NFL Network and out-of-market games on mobile devices, with an upgrade option to NFL+ Premium that includes NFL RedZone for watching up to eight games simultaneously. Note that NFL+ only works on phones and tablets, not TVs.



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How to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts NFL game today: Livestream options, more

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Kerby Joseph #31 of the Detroit Lions celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass in the third quarter of a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Ford Field on November 17, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan.

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The Detroit Lions will face off against the Indianapolis Colts today. The Lions enter this game as top contenders with a near-perfect record of 9-1 so far this season. The Colts, who are 5-6 this season, could have a tough game on their hands against the Lions but will be looking to rack up another win after prevailing over the New York Jets in a tight game last Sunday. 

Here’s how and when you can watch the Colts vs. Lions game today, whether or not you have cable.


Here’s how and when to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts

The Lions vs. Colts game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT). The game will air on Fox and stream on Fubo and the platforms featured below.


How and when to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts game without cable

You can watch this week’s NFL game on Fox via several streaming services. All you need is an internet connection and one of the top options outlined below.

Experience NFL action like never before with Fubo’s comprehensive sports streaming platform. From Sunday showdowns to primetime matchups, catch every NFL game across major networks including CBS, Fox, NBC, ABC, ESPN and NFL Network. Choose the Pro package to unlock 200+ channels and limitless DVR storage, or elevate your game-day experience with the Elite with Sports Plus package, featuring NFL RedZone’s commercial-free scoring highlights and stunning 4K quality.

Test drive the service with a no-commitment seven-day free trial, and share the excitement with family and friends — Fubo supports simultaneous streaming on up to 10 devices, so everyone can watch their favorite teams.


You can watch today’s game with a subscription to Sling’s Orange + Blue tier, which includes ESPN, ABC, NBC, and Fox. The plan offers 46 channels with local NFL games, nationally broadcast games, and 50 hours of DVR storage. For complete NFL coverage, add Paramount+ to get CBS games, or upgrade with the Sports Extra add-on for additional sports channels like Golf Channel, NBA TV and NFL RedZone.


Watching NFL games, including Fox broadcasts, is simple with Hulu + Live TV, which includes 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage, and access to NFL preseason games, live regular season games and studio shows. The service includes ESPN+ and Disney+ in the subscription.


Want to watch today’s game live on your smartphone? If so, NFL+ streaming service is the solution you’re looking for. It lets you watch NFL Network and out-of-market games on mobile devices, with an upgrade option to NFL+ Premium that includes NFL RedZone for watching up to eight games simultaneously. Note that NFL+ only works on phones and tablets, not TVs.



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How to watch the New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins NFL game today: Livestream options, more

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Quarterback Drake Maye #10 of the New England Patriots throws a pass during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at Gillette Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

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The New England Patriots will face off against the Miami Dolphins in a game today at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The Patriots have had an uneven season so far, coming into the game with a record of 3-8, including a 28-22 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on November 17. The Dolphins, however, haven’t fared much better this season as they enter the game with a record of 4-6, although they are coming off two wins in a row, the latest against the Las Vegas Raiders last weekend.

Keep reading to find out how and when to watch the New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins game today, even without cable. 

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How and when to watch the New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins game today

The New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m. PT). The football game will be shown on CBS and streamed on Paramount+ and the platforms noted below.


How and when to watch the New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins game without cable

While CBS is available with many basic cable packages, you’ll have other viewing options, too for the Patriots-Dolphins game. Just understand that the below streaming options will require the use of an internet provider:

Paramount+: Watch CBS-aired NFL games without cable

With Paramount+ you’ll have multiple viewing options to choose from. You can catch NFL games on the Paramount+ Essential tier for just $7.99 each month or you can watch college football with a Paramount+ with Showtime subscription for $12.99 monthly. In addition to live streams of NFL games airing on CBS, you’ll get to watch additional live sporting events including NCAA college football, PGA Tour golf, soccer and more.

Get started with Paramount+ here today.

Amazon Prime Video: Add Paramount+ to your existing subscription

Already have an Amazon Prime Video account? Simply add Paramount+ to your current subscription to watch all the CBS-aired NFL games in addition to Paramount+ originals. The same prices from above apply, depending on which tier you choose. Not sure which is best for you? Don’t worry. Both options come with a free seven-day trial that can help you decide.

Watch the Patriots-Dolphins game on Amazon Prime Video.

Fubo: Watch the Patriots-Dolphins game for free

Looking for an inexpensive way to watch football? Fubo could be the best way to do so. The live TV streamer is currently offering a seven-day free trial and $30 off of your first month’s subscription. Once subscribed, you’ll gain access to all of their live sporting events immediately. And there will be a lot to choose from. Not only does Fubo come with access to NFL games airing on your local CBS channel, it also includes Fox Sunday NFC games, “Sunday Night Football” on NBC, “Monday Night Football” on ABC and ESPN and all of the games that air on the NFL Network. So don’t wait.

Get started with Fubo online now.



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