India, Nov. 1 -- As it hardly takes a minute for a simple gesture to spark wild rumors on the internet, a hug exchanged between US Vice President JD Vance and Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative Charlie Kirk, at an Ole Miss event has led to affair rumors.

The viral clip shows both of them hugging each other while Erika's hand was in Vance's hair, igniting online rumors, memes, and heated debate.

The thousands of people that flocked to The Pavilion at Ole Miss to hear Erika and Vance. Still clearly grieving over the death of her husband, Erika took the stage to encourage Gen Z students to embrace their voice and ideals with a message of faith and perseverance. She described Vance as a family friend, emphasizing his assistance and compa...