Tradition Breaks as Vice President-Elect Vance Misses Pre-Inaugural Tour of Naval Observatory Residence Hosted by VP Harris
Washington, D.C. — In a departure from decades-old tradition, Vice President Kamala Harris has not extended an invitation to Vice President-elect JD Vance for a customary tour of the Naval Observatory, the official residence of the vice president. This break in protocol comes after a particularly acrimonious election cycle. The U.S. Naval Observatory, situated a brief drive from the White House, has housed vice presidents since the 1970s. It is known for its 33-room Victorian …