Shocking news out of Cincinnati as Vice President JD Vance’s home was targeted in a brazen act of vandalism, and the alleged vandal has turned out to be a possible transgender, troubled young adult from a prominent wealthy family of Democrat donors.
Early Monday, around midnight, 26-year-old William DeFoor, recently going by the name Julia, was arrested for allegedly smashing four windows at Vance’s Ohio residence with a hammer, an incident that occurred while the Vance family was away at their official vice presidential home in Washington, D.C.
The timing of the attack, right at the stroke of midnight, suggests either premeditation or a complete disregard for consequences, leaving Cincinnati residents to wonder about safety in their own neighborhoods.
Police records list DeFoor as William, male, with a mugshot depicting a disheveled appearance, though the suspect has been posting online under the name Julia, leaving questions about identity that aren’t central to the crime itself. From a right-leaning perspective, the focus must remain on the act of vandalism, not on personal lifestyle choices that progressive agendas might try to spotlight as a distraction.
DeFoor now faces serious charges, including obstructing official business, criminal damage, criminal trespass, and vandalism, with a first court appearance set for Tuesday, according to Hamilton County jail records.
Adding a layer of intrigue, DeFoor’s father, also named William, is a well-known pediatric urologist and professor at the University of Cincinnati’s College of Medicine, residing in a $1.3 million home in the upscale Hyde Park area. This isn’t just a story of a wayward son; it’s a glimpse into the elite circles that often seem disconnected from the everyday struggles of ordinary Americans.
Federal records reveal the elder DeFoor as a longtime Democratic supporter, having donated thousands to campaigns for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, as well as backing a federal assault weapons ban after a tragic school shooting. While there’s no evidence linking the father’s politics directly to the son’s actions, conservatives might raise an eyebrow at how political fervor in a household can influence behavior—fair questions for a thorough investigation.
The contrast couldn’t be starker: a family of privilege tied to progressive causes, yet a son accused of destructive acts against a conservative leader’s property. It’s a reminder that ideology, when unchecked, can manifest in ways that hurt communities.
Digging into the younger DeFoor’s background, we find a history of mental health challenges, including a 2024 vandalism sentence for damaging a local interior design company, which resulted in mandatory mental health treatment instead of a standard conviction. Court documents show this treatment is ongoing, per Cincinnati.com.
Back in April 2023, DeFoor was charged with trespassing at a psychiatric and emergency services facility, though a judge later dismissed the counts after finding him not mentally competent to stand trial. While empathy for mental health struggles is warranted, conservatives argue that public safety must take precedence—property damage isn’t a free pass.
DeFoor’s education path also shows stops and starts, from graduating from a prestigious local school as a candidate for a national scholars program to attending the University of Cincinnati’s music conservatory, only to apparently drop out in 2020, per his social media.
More recently, DeFoor noted attending Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, but the pattern of instability raises concerns about whether enough was done to prevent this latest incident.
While no direct quotes from individuals are available in this case to shed light on motives or reactions, the facts alone paint a troubling picture of a young person spiraling while tied to a family of influence.
It’s a situation that demands answers, not excuses, especially when a public figure like JD Vance is targeted. Let’s keep the pressure on for a full and transparent legal process.
