: In her victory speech, she famously stated, "While I may be the first woman in this office, I will not be the last," inspiring girls and women worldwide.

: Beyond being the first woman, she is the first daughter of immigrants—from India and Jamaica—to serve as Vice President.

: Throughout her career, she has championed issues like reproductive rights, voting rights, and gun violence prevention.

You can watch more about her historic swearing-in on YouTube or read her detailed profile from BBC News .

: Her family, often referred to as a "blended family," reflects the diversity of modern America. Her husband, Doug Emhoff, became the nation’s first Second Gentleman and the first Jewish spouse of a U.S. Vice President.