Celebrating Abortion Is Going Too Far”: Sen. J.D. Vance Discusses Roe v. Wade with Joe Rogan

On Thursday, Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) joined popular podcaster Joe Rogan for an in-depth conversation that has quickly gained attention on social media. Their exchange touched on the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and its implications for the upcoming presidential election, sparking debate among listeners.

During the discussion, Rogan, known for his unfiltered commentary as a comedian and UFC commentator, remarked on how the decision’s reversal affected public sentiment. “The concept and the zeitgeist is that abortion had always been, you know, Roe v. Wade was the law of the land,” Rogan began. He continued, “And then all of a sudden that was taken away and you have these religious men trying to dictate what women can and can’t do with their bodies.”

Rogan’s statement encapsulates the frustration of many Americans who feel the court’s decision restricts women’s rights based on religious ideology. Vance, who has frequently spoken out on conservative issues, acknowledged the complexities of the subject. “I understand the pushback against that,” he responded, recognizing the depth of emotions surrounding the topic. However, he pointed out, “You could go with so many other issues.”

Vance expanded on his position, emphasizing that society might be pushing the conversation too far. “It becomes trying to celebrate something that at the very best if you grant, I think, every argument of the pro-choice side, it is a neutral thing, not something to be celebrated,” he said, suggesting a more cautious stance on how society approaches the issue of abortion.

Rogan, often known for giving his guests free rein on his show, gently pushed back. “I think there’s very few people that are celebrating, though,” he replied. This moment stood out as Rogan rarely challenges his guests, instead allowing them to speak at length during the hours-long episodes of his podcast. As a political wild card, Rogan has a history of going against the grain and voting for neither major party candidate in the 2020 election.

Newsweek reported that he voted for libertarian candidate Jo Jorgensen, although he admitted she “didn’t have a shot” at winning in California, where he was registered at the time. Rogan now resides in Austin, Texas. Despite his popularity with conservative-leaning audiences, particularly young men who often support figures like Trump and Vance, Rogan has occasionally shown admiration for Vice President Kamala Harris.

In a September episode featuring comedian Tom Segura, Rogan praised Harris’s performance in an ABC News debate with former President Trump. “They did an amazing job from the moment Biden dropped out, forcing Biden to drop out, whatever they’re doing, whoever’s writing those speeches, getting her to deliver them, coaching her, she’s nailing it,” Rogan stated, impressed by her preparation and delivery.

“The difference in that debate was not a difference in who’s going to have better policies, who’s going to be better for the country. The difference in the debate, in my opinion, was who was better prepared,” Rogan added, underscoring his appreciation for Harris’s approach.

The conversation between Vance and Rogan reflects the broader complexity of current political discourse, with each addressing difficult topics that resonate with American voters on both sides of the aisle. Rogan’s position as an unpredictable figure in the political world, combined with Vance’s conservative viewpoints, has sparked a significant conversation about how Americans navigate issues as sensitive as abortion and the changing political landscape.