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People Think Photo Of JD Vance Was Photoshopped By GOP Account To Give Him Tiny Waist

This looked very off

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On August 2, the Republican Party’s official X account shared an image of Vice President Vance to mark his 41st birthday. The post looked simple at first, but users across social media quickly pointed out strange details in the photo.

His thumb looked chopped. His arm was oddly placed. His shoulder covered part of the word “Birthday.” The stars in the background seemed misaligned. Nothing looked quite right.

The replies came fast.

“And why would they not see they cut off his thumb?” one person asked.


“@JDVance is not that snatched! What in the Ozempic Photoshop is this?” another wrote.


“The photoshop you guys did to his face and then to make his [waist] smaller is hilarious. LMFAO so embarrassing,” someone added.


In politics, Photoshop is common. It is used to adjust lighting, add text, clean up backgrounds. But when the edits draw attention to themselves, they often backfire. People online are quick to spot what looks off. A missing finger. A warped shirt. Strange shadows. Bad layout.

Vance has spoken openly about his appearance. Last year, some users speculated that he had taken weight loss drugs. He responded clearly.

“I haven’t taken any drugs. Obviously, you eat a little bit less, but it’s also just eating better,” he told the Daily Mail in August 2024.

He said he lost 30 pounds by cutting back on food and exercising. He began running. He started going to the gym. He said he used to eat large breakfasts — three waffles, eggs, bacon — and started skipping breakfast entirely.

He also said the change came after feeling winded while playing with his children. That pushed him to get serious about his health.

Featured image via Screengrab

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Terry Lawson

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Terry is an editor and political writer based in Alabama. Over the last five years, he’s worked behind the scenes as a ghostwriter for a range of companies, helping shape voices and tell stories that connect. Now at Political Tribune, he writes sharp political pieces and edits with a close eye on clarity and tone. Terry’s work is driven by strong storytelling, attention to detail, and a clear sense of purpose. He’s skilled in writing, editing, and project management — and always focused on getting the message right. You can find him on X at https://x.com/TerryNotTrump.

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