US Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by his family, recently visited the Taj Mahal during a four-day trip to India. Vance shared photos on X, with Elon Musk commenting on the monument's beauty. The family's visit included a warm welcome from Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister and stringent security measures along their route.
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