J.D. Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee, faced a hostile crowd as he delivered a speech at a firefighters union conference on Thursday. The incident occurred one day after Democratic VP nominee Tim Walz addressed the same audience, both vying for the labor union's endorsement.

During his speech, Walz highlighted his ticket's record on labor rights, setting the stage for a contrasting response from the firefighters union towards Vance. The event underscored the continued campaign trail tug-of-war between the two presidential tickets.

Notably, Vance's appearance at the conference is seen as an attempt to bridge the gap between former President Trump and Georgia voters, crucial for the Republican victory in the upcoming presidential race. Vance, along with Trump, is making strategic efforts to ensure they do not alienate Georgia voters, including their collaboration with Georgia's Republican Governor Brian Kemp, who despite previous clashes, is necessary for a win in November.

However, Vance's presence has also attracted controversy. He has come under scrutiny for previous statements, including recent comments targeting a teachers union president for not having children of her own. This further adds fuel to the fire of criticism surrounding Vance, particularly regarding his remarks about women and family. One of the most infamous instances being his 2021 remarks referring to "childless cat ladies" on the left.

As the race edges closer to a boys versus girls narrative, Vance will need to address these resurfaced comments and overcome the widespread criticism surrounding his stance on women and family matters.

The battle for endorsements and support from labor unions, like the firefighters union, remains a crucial aspect of both campaigns' strategies. With the presidential election just around the corner, Vice President nominee clashes and struggles to secure different endorsements are expected to continue in the coming weeks.