Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz recently engaged in debate preparation sessions at a waterfront resort town in northern Michigan ahead of the vice presidential debate on Tuesday night. During these sessions, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg took on the role of JD Vance, offering insights into potential questions and topics that may arise.
According to a source familiar with the preparations, Buttigieg provided two versions of answers that Vance might give during the debate. One version was tailored for a 'big audience,' focusing on common sense and reassurance, while the other version targeted a 'rally audience,' potentially featuring more provocative commentary akin to what Vance and Donald Trump might deliver at campaign events.
The source highlighted the challenge of predicting which version of Vance would appear during the debate, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for various scenarios.
By preparing for both potential responses from Vance, the Harris-Walz campaign aims to underscore the perceived extremism and radical ideas associated with a Trump-Vance administration.
During the debate preparation sessions, Buttigieg reportedly did not engage in full imitation acting but instead focused on capturing the aggressive tone and style often exhibited by Vance in interviews.
