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Tony Dokoupil on asking JD Vance about fears of corruption among Democratic, Republican voters

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Tony Dokoupil on asking JD Vance about fears of corruption among Democratic, Republican voters. (2026, October 16). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/tony-dokoupil-on-asking-jd-vance-about-fears-of-corruption-among-democratic-republican-voters/

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CBS News · collected 2026-10-16

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Tony Dokoupil interviewed Vice President JD Vance during a town hall event in Michigan, focusing on concerns over political corruption from both Democratic and Republican voters.
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Vice President JD Vance addressed public concerns during a CBS News town hall in Flat Rock, Michigan, on October 17, 2026, just weeks before the midterms. Voters questioned Vance about the Trump administration's policies, including high gas prices and immigration rhetoric. When asked about his controversial remarks labeling H-1B visa workers as "foreign indentured servants," Vance acknowledged the imperfection of his language but clarified that he was criticizing companies rather than immigrants themselves. Additionally, Vance stated there is a chance he may not run for president in 2028 due to personal and family considerations.

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CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil sat down with Vice President JD Vance in Michigan for a town hall where the Republican politician took questions about corruption fears.
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CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil sat down with Vice President JD Vance in Michigan for a town hall where the Republican politician took questions about corruption fears. asserted
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