Vance didn't come to KC to hear from everyday workers — he came ...
The head of the Missouri Association of Manufacturers didn’t even know the vice president was coming to town. From Mará Rose Williams:
www.kansascity.comJD Vance was seen in Kansas City, Missouri in May 2026, to visit a Milbank Manufacturing facility and delivering remarks on manufacturing policy according to White House release and local outlets. A Kansas City speech focused on administration manufacturing efforts, with coverage noting a small protest outside the venue. The visit drew media attention and was described as part of a broader focus on boosting American manufacturing. Additional context included mentions that Vice President JD Vance to visit Kansas City in May 2026 and planned to visit a manufacturing facility in KC, according to White House releases and local reporting.