Transcript: This is Gabriel De La Vega jr. It's a Saturday. Let me look at my calendar, see what day it is. Let's see what day it is calendar calendar. Looks like it's a 19th on Saturday. 19th on Saturday. And folks, you know, here we are again. You know, last week, I heard that J.D. Vance said something about peasants, about Chinese people being peasants. And I'm like, looking at the news, and this guy from El Salvador has been deported to El Salvador, and legally, he didn't do anything wrong. They have no evidence of him doing anything wrong. And he didn't go through the process, you know, the due process of getting deported. And then you got to look at the peasant thing. You know, I have to vent. You know, this is getting ridiculous. J.D. Vance  thinks his shit doesn't stink because he's white and that he's some sort of white royalty. And all the 1.4 billion people in China are all peasants. And, you know, I wonder what he thinks of us Mexicans. Mexican Americans. Well, it's pretty obvious, what he thinks. He went ahead and just deported some dude that had, you know,  they weren't supposed to to deport and send him to El Salvador and paid the President of  El Salvador so many millions of dollars to house the guy. You know, what's this president supposed to do? Send him back? No, he's going to keep the money. You know, this is all corruption. This is all corruption at the highest level of corruption. And from what I can tell, the royalty that we have in there, Trump in the MAGA group, they call themselves royalty, and everybody else around the world are peasants. This is what I'm seeing through my lens. I mean, I'm not dumb. I'm not stupid. You know, I see what's going on. It's this, like, you know, that when I was in the Coast Guard, they told me, if you're not white, you're not right. I mean, that's, I was in, you know, the southern part of the coast Guard in the Mississippi River. And that's the way it was. They said, if you're not white, you're not right. And their true colors are showing in this Trump administration, they're thieving, they're stealing my intellectual property, my live streaming mobile video. That's one of the reasons I one of the reasons I'm venting , because everybody's spending my money and acting like, you know, they made it when it actually came from my intellectual property, billions and billions of dollars per year, which, if you add up the years, it's trillions of dollars per year. And I haven't got a penny because they classified me as a peasant. But old J.D. Vance and Old Trump, they're not peasants. their shit don't stink. But everybody else's shit stinks, and they're also labeled a peasant. For God's sake, what the hell's going on around this country? What is going on? Why are we allowing these white people to call themselves gods and think they are gods when there's only one God, which we know is Jesus? Why do they think they're going to get away with this shit? I mean, are they out of their fucking mind? There's only 330 million Americans in America. And the white population in the United States is dying dramatically. And he's going to go around saying, his shit don't stink and that everybody's a fucking peasant. Are you fucking crazy? Are you fucking stupid? Are you a fucking dumbass motherfucker? What the fuck's going on in this country? You all get your fucking shit together and you let people get their due process in court and quit deporting people as if they're fucking animals. Like, oh, I'm just sending this motherfucker to the pound and let him die over there and they'll euthanize the motherfucker eventually because we're giving a million dollars or so many many millions to euthanize these people or these people that their shit stinks and our shit don't stink because we're white. Fuck that shit. You're all a bunch of white idiot, motherfuckersers. And y'all going to learn the hard fucking way, you motherfuckers. Because this shit can't fly. We don't have a country if we have no fucking law enforcement enforcing our laws, but only enforcing the laws for white people and getting fucking Trump people in there appointed by Trump, Trump federal judges that only kiss ass  on the record, Alan D. Albright, when I took Google, Amazon, Facebook, and all them guys to court, IBM. Alan said that all the defendant's fishing buddies, all the defendant's lawyers were his fishing buddies on the record stated that on the record, and looked me in the eye and smiled with his gravel and said, dismissed. All of a sudden, I got a second patent. So I'm going to get another judge, another court. And we're going to do with the due process thing. But this is all fucking bullshit. It's very obvious, very transparent. You're hiding fucking nothing. You're just like claiming your shit don't fucking stink because you're a white motherfucker. But everybody else's shit stinks because they aren't white. Fuck you, motherfuckers. Piece of shit, motherfuckers. Garbage sucking. No good for nothing, I wouldn't even give you white trash a classification as a good catfish. You're just worse than carp man. You're fucking garbage. Fuck you, white son of a bitches.

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JD Vance’s “Chinese Peasants” Comment – Context and Reactions (April 2025)

The Controversial Remark and Its Context

Vice President J.D. Vance did refer to Chinese people as “peasants” during a Fox & Friends TV interview on Fox News on April 3, 2025. He stated: "We borrow money from Chinese peasants to buy the things those Chinese peasants manufacture. That is not a recipe for economic prosperity… not a recipe for low prices, and it’s not a recipe for good jobs in the United States of America." (The Guardian, CBS News) This comment quickly became controversial, spreading widely on social media, especially in China, generating millions of views on platforms like Weibo. (Business Insider)

Reactions from China’s Government Officials

Chinese officials responded swiftly. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian labeled Vance’s comments “ignorant and impolite,” emphasizing China's displeasure. (CBS News, The Guardian) Senior official Xia Baolong retaliated publicly, declaring: “Let those peasants in the United States wail in front of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization,” highlighting escalating tensions. (Fox Business, Reuters)

Media and Public Response

Mainstream outlets including CBS News, CNN, The Guardian, and Reuters reported extensively, amplifying the international reaction. Public opinion ranged from outrage to mockery, particularly in China, where netizens defended Chinese advancements against the insult. (Business Insider)

Primary Sources and Footage

• Fox News Interview Video: Contains Vance's original remarks.
• Chinese Foreign Ministry Official Statement: Official condemnation.
• Reuters Report: Xia Baolong’s retaliatory speech.

Summary of Findings

• JD Vance explicitly used the phrase "Chinese peasants" on record.
• The context involved criticism of U.S.–China trade relations.
• Official Chinese response condemned the remarks sharply.
• Media widely covered the incident, emphasizing diplomatic tensions.

JD Vance’s “Chinese Peasants” Comment – Context and Reactions (April 2025) The Controversial Remark and Its Context Vice President J.D. Vance did in fact refer to Chinese people as “peasants” during a Fox & Friends TV interview on Fox News in early April 2025 (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian). The interview took place on Thursday, April 3, 2025, and Vance was defending the Trump administration’s newly announced tariffs on Chinese imports. Explaining his critique of the “globalist” economy, Vance said the U.S. economy had become dependent on incurring debt to buy foreign-made goods. To underscore his point, he stated: “We borrow money from Chinese peasants to buy the things those Chinese peasants manufacture. That is not a recipe for economic prosperity… not a recipe for low prices, and it’s not a recipe for good jobs in the United States of America.”(Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian) ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News) This comment was captured on video during the live interview (the segment is available via Fox News’ website and other outlets). The Fox News video of Vance’s interview is accessible online, providing direct evidence of his remarks (e.g. on Fox’s site and YouTube). In short, the statement was indeed made on record – it is not merely a rumor or second-hand allegation. Context: Vance’s remarks came as he and the administration were touting a hardline trade policy. In the Fox News interview (with host Lawrence Jones), Vance was arguing that decades of globalization hurt American workers. He used the “Chinese peasants” phrasing to criticize the cycle of the U.S. borrowing money from China to buy cheap Chinese-made goods, implying this benefits China’s economy at the expense of America’s (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian). At the time, President Trump had just imposed sweeping tariffs (a universal 10% baseline, plus much higher rates on China) – dubbed “Liberation Day” tariffs – aiming to pressure Beijing ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News). Vance’s choice of words – calling ordinary Chinese workers “peasants” – was widely seen as disparaging. The interview segment quickly drew attention after it aired, though it took a few days for the controversy to gain international traction (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider). By April 7, clips of Vance’s comment had gone viral on Chinese social media, racking up millions of views on Weibo (China’s Twitter-like platform) (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider). Reactions from China’s Government Officials Vance’s remarks prompted swift condemnation from Chinese officials once they became aware. On April 8, 2025, China’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian was asked about the “peasants” comment during a regular press briefing. Lin sharply criticized Vance, calling his words “ignorant and impolite” (or “ignorant and disrespectful,” in another translation) ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News) (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian). Lin Jian said it was “both astonishing and lamentable to hear such ignorant and disrespectful remarks from this vice-president.” (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian) He added that China had made its position on U.S.-China trade clear, and warned that “pressure, threats and blackmail are not the right way to deal with China.” (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian) This official rebuke – essentially labeling Vance’s comments as lacking knowledge and respect – was reported widely in state media and by international news agencies. China’s government made it plain that it found the vice president’s language offensive and unacceptable. About a week later, a more fiery response came from a high-ranking Chinese official. Xia Baolong, a senior Beijing official (director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office), invoked Vance’s own phrasing in a retaliatory jab. In a speech on April 15, amid escalating tariff exchanges, Xia said: “Let those peasants in the United States wail in front of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization.” (China says trade war will hurt US 'peasants,' erupting over JD Vance remark | Fox Business). This remark (deliberately turning Vance’s insult back toward Americans) was delivered in a televised address about the trade war and Hong Kong, and it underscored Chinese official’s anger (Chinese official says US tariff aims to 'take away Hong Kong's life' | Reuters) (Chinese official says US tariff aims to 'take away Hong Kong's life' | Reuters). Xia Baolong condemned the U.S. tariffs as “extremely shameless,” and implied that American citizens would ultimately suffer most in the standoff (China says trade war will hurt US 'peasants,' erupting over JD Vance remark | Fox Business) (Chinese official says US tariff aims to 'take away Hong Kong's life' | Reuters). His “peasants in the United States”comment was widely quoted, with Reuters and other outlets noting it was a direct reference to Vance’s language (China says trade war will hurt US 'peasants,' erupting over JD Vance remark | Fox Business). Together, the Foreign Ministry’s statement and Xia’s speech represent the official Chinese backlash – painting Vance as arrogant and uninformed, and staunchly defending Chinese dignity. Notably, Chinese officials also hinted at possible consequences. While stopping short of any specific retaliatory action tied to Vance’s words alone, they used the opportunity to bolster China’s narrative in the ongoing tariff war. For example, China’s Foreign Ministry suggested that U.S. tariff pressure would backfire, and Xia Baolong’s speech framed the U.S. as a bully that China would stand up to (China says trade war will hurt US 'peasants,' erupting over JD Vance remark | Fox Business) (China says trade war will hurt US 'peasants,' erupting over JD Vance remark | Fox Business). At one point, a Chinese spokesperson even quipped that Beijing “could have gone a step further and asked for the $750 billion we [the U.S.] owe them” in debt (Kaitlyn Chen Wins with UConn, JD Vance Insults 1.4 Billion ChineseBy Romen Basu Borsellino | 10 Apr, 2025 | GOLDSEA | Asian American Supersite) – underscoring how Vance’s point about debt cut both ways. Overall, Chinese officials used Vance’s gaffe to rally public sentiment at home and to argue that China will not be cowed in the trade dispute. Media and Public Response News Media: Vance’s “Chinese peasants” comment and China’s outraged reaction became a major news story across mainstream outlets. Prominent organizations like CBS News, CNN, The Guardian, and Reuters all reported on the controversy. CBS, for instance, ran the headline “China calls JD Vance ‘ignorant and impolite’ over his ‘peasants’ comments.” ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News), detailing the Foreign Ministry’s condemnation and recounting Vance’s original quote on Fox News ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News). The Guardian similarly highlighted Beijing’s anger, calling Vance’s remark “ignorant and disrespectful” and noting it sparked backlash on Chinese social media (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian) (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian). Reuters coverage placed the incident in the context of the trade war: one report noted Vance’s “Chinese peasants” line had “drawn condemnation in China” (Chinese official says US tariff aims to 'take away Hong Kong's life' | Reuters), while another described how a Chinese official “lashed out” in response (China says trade war will hurt US 'peasants,' erupting over JD Vance remark | Fox Business). In short, mainstream media worldwide verified and amplified the story – making clear that the vice president did use that phrase and that it added fuel to an already tense U.S.-China standoff (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider) (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider). Within the U.S., the comment was widely seen as a diplomatic gaffe. News analysis shows (for example, PBS’s Washington Week) remarked on the odd contrast of Vance calling Chinese people “peasants” even as President Trump described the Chinese as a “proud people” in other statements (In a battle of wills between Trump and Xi, who blinks first? | Washington Week with The Atlantic). Some outlets and commentators criticized Vance’s language as derogatory and counterproductive, arguing it could further inflame tensions. However, as of this week, there have been no public apologies or retractions from Vance. The White House did not issue any official comment when asked by reporters (China slams JD Vance's comments about 'peasants' | Fox News), suggesting the administration was not eager to defend or elaborate on the remark. Opposition politicians in the U.S. also seized on the incident – for example, some critics labeled Vance’s words xenophobic and noted the irony given Vance’s own upbringing in humble Appalachian circumstances (famously detailed in his memoir Hillbilly Elegy) (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider) (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider). In political circles, the episode fed into the larger debate over the administration’s hardline China policy, but the most intense reactions by far came from China itself. Public and Online Reaction: On Chinese social media, Vance’s quote became a trending topic, generating enormous attention. By April 7–8, a hashtag about Vance’s “peasants” remark topped Weibo’s trends, accumulating over 150 million views by mid-April (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider) (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider). Thousands of Chinese netizens vented anger and ridicule. Many pointed out that calling ordinary Chinese “peasants” was especially provocative given China’s rapid development. A popular rebuttal meme noted: “We may be ‘peasants,’ but we have the world’s best high-speed rail, powerful logistics, and leading AI and drone technology – aren’t such peasants impressive?” (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian). Others sarcastically turned the insult back on Vance, with one influential commentator (former state media editor Hu Xijin) writing that “This real ‘peasant’ who came from the American countryside seems to have some defects in perspective.” (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider) – a jibe at Vance’s rural American roots. Chinese users flooded forums with nationalistic pride, listing China’s accomplishments to contrast with the term “peasants” (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider). In essence, the Chinese public response was a mixture of outrage and mockery: outrage at what was seen as an American official’s arrogance, and mockery aimed at the irony of Vance’s statement given his own background and the U.S.’s issues. Internationally, the remark also drew commentary. In East Asia and among Chinese diaspora communities, there was concern that such language by a top U.S. leader was disrespectful and harmful to diplomacy. Some English-language commentators noted that “peasant” has a very derogatory connotation in modern usage – implying backwardness – and using it for the people of China (a country of 1.4 billion) was bound to cause offense (Kaitlyn Chen Wins with UConn, JD Vance Insults 1.4 Billion ChineseBy Romen Basu Borsellino | 10 Apr, 2025 | GOLDSEA | Asian American Supersite) (Beijing Goes Nuclear Over JD Vance's 'Peasants' Swipe - YouTube). The incident was compared to past gaffes by U.S. officials that have complicated international relations. Nonetheless, supporters of Vance or the administration argued he was referring to China’s economic system (where rural migrant workers power manufacturing) and making a point about financial imbalance, not trying to racially insult Chinese people. This nuance was largely lost in the uproar. The phrase “Chinese peasants” became a flashpoint in the ongoing U.S.–China “propaganda war”, as each side accused the other of disrespect: Chinese state media portrayed Vance’s comment as proof of American elitism, while some U.S. outlets saw Beijing’s outraged reaction as strategic posturing in the trade negotiations (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider) (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider). Primary Sources and Footage For those seeking primary evidence of this incident, several sources are available: • Fox News Interview Video (April 3, 2025): The full Fox & Friends segment featuring J.D. Vance is available to watch. In this clip, Vance makes the “Chinese peasants” comment while discussing tariffs. (Fox News has posted the video on its website) (China slams JD Vance's comments about 'peasants' | Fox News). The same footage has circulated on YouTube and other platforms as well. Watching the video confirms Vance’s tone and exact wording in context. • Official Transcript – Chinese Foreign Ministry (April 8, 2025): The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs published the transcript of spokesman Lin Jian’s press conference remarks. In it, Lin responds to a question about Vance by saying such “words that lack knowledge and respect” are “surprising and lamentable.” This official statement is documented on the MFA’s website (China Condemns JD Vance’s ‘Peasant’ Remarks on Tariffs) and was quoted by news outlets worldwide. • Reuters Report on Xia Baolong’s Speech: Reuters (a trusted newswire) reported on Xia Baolong’s April 15 speech, including his quote “let those peasants in the United States wail…” (Chinese official says US tariff aims to 'take away Hong Kong's life' | Reuters) (Chinese official says US tariff aims to 'take away Hong Kong's life' | Reuters). This report provides a primary source for the Chinese official’s reaction and the context of the escalating tariff exchange. Each of the above can be accessed directly for verification. Mainstream news articles (from CBS, Guardian, CNN, etc.) also provide excerpts and video stills. For instance, CBS News’ report includes the key quote from Vance and notes it was said on Fox News ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News), while The Guardian’s piece includes both Vance’s full quote and the Foreign Ministry’s response in detail (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian) (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian). These outlets link to the Fox interview and Chinese statements, ensuring the information is well-substantiated by primary evidence. Summary of Findings • Did Vance make the remark? Yes. Vice President J.D. Vance explicitly referred to Chinese people as “peasants” during a Fox News interview on April 3, 2025 (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian). The statement is recorded on video and widely reported. There is no ambiguity that the words were spoken. • Context: Vance made the comment in a discussion about U.S.–China trade, arguing that America was borrowing from China to fund cheap imports. It was part of his defense of new U.S. tariffs, delivered on a national TV program (Fox & Friends) (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian) ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News). • Chinese Official Response: China’s government forcefully condemned the remark. A Foreign Ministry spokesman lambasted Vance’s words as “ignorant,” “lacking respect,” and “impolite,” and expressed surprise and sadness at the vice president’s rhetoric ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News) (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian). A senior Chinese official, Xia Baolong, later responded in kind – referring to Americans as “peasants” in a retaliatory comment and calling U.S. tariff moves “shameless” (China says trade war will hurt US 'peasants,' erupting over JD Vance remark | Fox Business) (Chinese official says US tariff aims to 'take away Hong Kong's life' | Reuters). • Media/Public Reaction: The incident received extensive coverage. U.S. and international media outlets reported on Vance’s remark and the fallout, often highlighting the diplomatic tension it exacerbated (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider) ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News). Chinese social media erupted in backlash, with millions of posts defending China’s “peasants” and mocking Vance (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian) (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider). No U.S. official apology came, but the controversy further strained the atmosphere amid a heated trade war. Overall, Vance’s “Chinese peasants” comment did occur and sparked a significant controversy over the past week. It was made during a televised interview, confirmed by multiple reputable sources, and drew a swift rebuke from Chinese officials. The episode has been captured in both video and print, with primary source links (Fox News footage, official statements, etc.) available for direct reference. The mainstream consensus is that the remark was real and it added fuel to already tense U.S.-China relations (JD Vance's 'Chinese Peasants' Comment Adds Fuel to Trade War Tension - Business Insider) (Chinese official says US tariff aims to 'take away Hong Kong's life' | Reuters). Sources: Mainstream news outlets and official channels, including Fox News (interview video), CBS News ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News) ( China calls JD Vance "ignorant and impolite" over his "peasants" comments - CBS News), The Guardian (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian) (Beijing attacks JD Vance’s ‘Chinese peasants’ remark in tariffs interview | China | The Guardian), Reuters (Chinese official says US tariff aims to 'take away Hong Kong's life' | Reuters) (Chinese official says US tariff aims to 'take away Hong Kong's life' | Reuters), and China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, were used to verify these events. These sources provide direct quotes and footage to substantiate the details outlined above.