Was she there as a reporter or private citizen? Her usual beat is defense and security.
I'm sure there are events like this all time.
We all do networking events in our professional lives. For a reporter to get invited to an event where the VP is present; would be a no brainer for her not to go.
Doesn't matter if it's a charity event for abandoned chipmunks. If the right people are there; you go.
And keep in mind the VP’s residence is I assume the official residence of the VP. Like the White House.
I'm too lazy to look it up.
I hate to be the one defending a liberal reporter!!