Jennifer Aniston has criticised Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance for describing prominent Democrats as 'childless cat ladies'. In an Instagram post, the actor expressed disbelief that such comments came from a potential vice president, adding that she hoped Vance's daughter would not need IVF, given his opposition to fertility treatments.
Vance's remarks, made in a 2021 interview with Fox News, targeted Vice President Kamala Harris, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, claiming the country was being run by people without children who lacked a direct stake in its future. Aniston, who has been open about her own fertility struggles and IVF attempts, responded by highlighting the pain such statements can cause.
Kamala Harris's stepchildren's mother, Kerstin Emhoff, also defended Harris, describing her as a loving and nurturing co-parent. Buttigieg, who has children with his husband, noted that Vance's comments came after a difficult period in their adoption journey, cautioning against discussing others' family choices.
Aniston has previously written about societal pressures on women regarding marriage and motherhood, asserting that individuals can determine their own happiness. The controversy underscores the role of celebrities in US politics, following George Clooney's influential call for Joe Biden to step down.
