William DeFoor, a 26-year-old man, has been arrested for smashing windows at Vice President JD Vance's Cincinnati home in a shocking act of vandalism while the Vance family was away.
The incident occurred early on January 5, with DeFoor wielding a hammer and attempting to break into the property, prompting a swift response from the U.S. Secret Service.
Upon his arrest, DeFoor insisted on being referred to as "Julia," hinting at complexities related to his gender identity and mental health struggles that played a role in this troubling event.
His family and attorney stressed that the vandalism was not politically motivated, but rather a manifestation of DeFoor's severe mental health issues, which they hope to highlight in his defense.
The damage is estimated at around $28,000, leading to both state and federal charges against him, further complicating an already intricate legal situation.
In response to the incident, JD Vance has urged media outlets to protect his family's privacy by refraining from sharing images of their home, emphasizing the need to shield his children from the harsh realities of public life.
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