Let’s just take a moment to appreciate how far we’ve come. The White House isn’t just staffed with suits and speechwriters — it’s basically a CrossFit gym with a presidential seal. Between Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who’s made it crystal clear that “fat generals and admirals” aren’t exactly what we need to win wars, and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy showing off his pull-ups in airport terminals, we’re looking at a Cabinet that might actually be able to run a mile without needing medical attention. And Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr.? The man’s over 70 and has abs that could cut glass.
But the spotlight this week went to Vice President J.D. Vance, who reminded America that just because you wear a suit doesn’t mean you can’t crush a Navy SEAL workout. On Monday, in Coronado, California, Vance joined a group of America’s most elite warriors for 90 minutes of what can only be described as patriotic punishment: log carries, wall climbs, sand drills — the whole “welcome to the suck” treatment. And, spoiler alert: he made it out alive, though he did admit it felt like being “hit by a train.”
Just finished PT with the Navy SEALs for 90 minutes (I’ll post some photos when I get them). They took it easy on me and I still feel like I got hit by a freight train.
So grateful to all of our warriors who keep us safe and keep the highest standards anywhere in the world!
— JD Vance (@JDVance) December 22, 2025
Now, to normal folks — the kind who think that being fit, showing respect for the military, and modeling discipline is a good look for the guy who’s one heartbeat away from the presidency — this was a solid win. But, cue the violins, because predictably, the left-wing peanut gallery couldn’t help themselves. One minute they’re shouting about “toxic masculinity,” the next they’re frothing over a vice president… exercising?
According to one especially bitter article from a left-leaning outlet, the VP was guilty of a “beachside stunt,” “political tone-deafness,” and — horror of horrors — looking like a Navy SEAL. Because apparently, staying in shape is now controversial. The critics, always so creative, trotted out their greatest hits. “Nice cosplay,” sneered one. Another demanded, “Cool man, but when you’re done cosplaying, can you fix grocery prices?”
Ah yes, because those kettlebell swings in Coronado are clearly the reason eggs cost too much in 2022. Never mind that inflation, thanks to the Trump-Vance administration, has dropped like a stone since Joe Biden’s infamous 9.1% meltdown. But hey, why let facts get in the way of a good self-righteous tantrum?
One Democratic strategist even tried to shame Vance for exercising during “the workday,” like he was skipping a Zoom meeting to play beach volleyball. Newsflash: spending 90 minutes supporting elite troops is about as “workday” as it gets when you’re the Vice President. But sure, let’s pretend this is just a taxpayer-funded spa day, because “governing” apparently now means staying indoors and looking exhausted.
Here’s the real story: the Trump-Vance team is doing something that makes progressives irrationally angry — they’re promoting strength, discipline, and pride in American values. And because that message is coming from people the Left despises, they have no choice but to ridicule it. This isn’t about policy; it’s about the unhinged reflex to mock anything remotely patriotic if it’s not wrapped in a rainbow flag or followed by preferred pronouns.
🔥 BREAKING: Photos were just released of JD Vance training with U.S. NAVY SEALS at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado
BAD*SS! That’s 48 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/2eCmzQ0ibR
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) December 23, 2025
The truth is, the “Make America Healthy Again” push has been gaining real traction. It’s not just policy — it’s a cultural pivot. And the Left, which spent years glorifying body positivity to the point of celebrating morbid obesity on magazine covers, now has to explain why they’re trashing a fit, combat-tested Marine for breaking a sweat with Navy SEALs.
Vance, to his credit, didn’t swing back with fire and fury. He responded with a smile — knowing full well that nothing drives the perpetually offended crazier than confidence paired with calm. The man did his workout, saluted the troops, and didn’t break a sweat when the Twitter mob came for him.
Fixed it https://t.co/ukVLlneP6P pic.twitter.com/AQDT1U9mrE
— JD Vance (@JDVance) December 23, 2025
So what’s next? If Trump tells Americans to drink water, will MSNBC run a segment on the dangers of hydration? Will Rachel Maddow warn us about the “fascist undertones” of brushing your teeth?
One thing’s for sure: in the Age of Trump 2.0, the Left has become so allergic to strength, they’ll scream “dictator vibes” every time someone does a push-up. And the rest of us? We’ll keep cheering for the guy who can carry a log on the beach — and the country on his back.
