The Naval Observatory residence is now home to more than Vice President JD Vance and his family.
Reports indicate that chickens have come to roost at the residence of the VP on the grounds of the United States Naval Observatory, in Washington, D.C. The new coop, built by a family-owned business founded by Matt and Gnon DuBoise, was completed last month and now houses dozens of chicks and chickens, according to a report by The Daily Wire.
Vice President JD Vance put up a chicken coup outside the VP’s residence. A spokesperson tells me he will tend to the chickens. His kids already named the chicks. The coop was made by Carolina Coops, an American-owned small business which has been in business for 18 years. The… pic.twitter.com/luuzDb3i0O
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“The coop, which features a round turret and faux slate roof, was donated by Carolina Coops, a North Carolina company that advertises ‘premium” coops that have amassed a social media following. The coop was custom-built for the residence and completed May 29, the company’s owner and founder said,” according to the Associated Press.
“The coop was built without taxpayer money, according to a person familiar with the project who spoke anonymously because they were not authorized to discuss it publicly. The residence hosted a family event over the weekend where local 4-H students taught other kids about the newly installed coup, the person said,” the AP reported.
Fun Fact: JD Vance’s beautiful new chicken coop was made right here in North Carolina!
Matt Dubois started the business in Durham in 2009. He scavenged materials to build his first coop as a side hustle.
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“It’s something I thought was amazing to do for this country,” Matthew DuBoise told the outlet in an interview. “It’s a place of history and a place of significance.”
He described having his company chosen for the VP’s project as an “American dream” moment.
“Seeing our work become part of a historic residence like the Naval Observatory is a milestone I will never forget,” DuBoise told Fox News Digital. “As a small business owner, this is a true ‘American dream’ moment for me and my family.”
“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity and excited to continue sharing the benefits and joy of raising chickens with people around the country, as well as how having a chicken coop can benefit families and teach kids valuable life lessons,” he continued. “This project is more than just a chicken coop — it reflects the dedication of our entire team and the values that have guided us from the beginning.”
