John McCain had seven children.

While McCain and Carol were married, they had a daughter together named Sidney.

They also adopted a daughter from Bangladesh named Bridget (viaGood Morning America).

John McCain

“It’s intentional,” McCain toldThe New York Timesduring the campaign.

“I just feel it’s inappropriate for us to mention our children.

I wouldn’t want to seem like I’m trying to gain some kind of advantage.

Cindy McCain with Jack and James McCain

I just feel that it’s a private thing.”

However, Jack and James McCain were busy following in their famous father’s footsteps.

He became a member of the House and then a Senator from Arizona after his release (viaBiography).

Cindy McCain with sons Jack and James McCain

He would answer the questions, but would also never mention that his son had served there.