JD Vance, the newly appointed Vice President, marked Pete Hegseth's confirmation as U.S. Secretary of Defense with a spirited analogy referencing Ohio State's recent national championship triumph over Notre Dame. Vance, a proud Buckeye alum, likened the victory to the successful confirmation, emphasizing the ultimate outcome over the close vote.

Vance's recent penchant for sports comparisons continued following President Biden's inaccurate claim about the Equal Rights Amendment's inclusion in the Constitution. He humorously suggested on X that Biden should induct the late baseball legend Pete Rose into the Hall of Fame, drawing a parallel to the president's disputed constitutional assertion.

The Vice President's deep-rooted Ohio State football fandom has been evident throughout his political journey. He even lightheartedly contemplated skipping his inauguration to attend the Buckeyes' national championship game against Notre Dame. His wife, Usha Vance, notably sported a vibrant pink coat at the inauguration.

During his campaign, Vance candidly shared with President Trump his concern that his unwavering support for the Buckeyes might negatively impact Trump's chances in Michigan, a key battleground state known for its fervent Wolverine fans. However, he expressed confidence that Michiganders would prioritize national interests over sports rivalries.

Despite the Democratic National Committee's attempt to leverage Vance's Ohio State affiliation against him in Michigan, the Trump-Vance ticket ultimately secured a comfortable victory in the state.

Usha Vance's pink coat made a statement on Inauguration Day. (Chris Kleponis)

Ohio State celebrates their national championship win, alongside JD Vance. (Getty Images)

Hegseth's appointment as Defense Secretary, after navigating weeks of political maneuvering and public scrutiny, culminated in a close Senate vote. With the Senate split 50-50, Vance's tie-breaking vote proved decisive. Hegseth, a former Marine, acknowledged the irony of a former enlisted Marine securing his confirmation, a former Army officer.