Former President Trump expressed his excitement on Wednesday morning in response to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz being selected as Kamala Harris' running mate. Trump described the pick as 'shocking' and stated that he 'could not be more thrilled' about the decision.
During an exclusive interview, Trump recounted an interaction with Walz during the pandemic when the governor sought assistance due to anti-lockdown protesters surrounding his residence. Trump mentioned that after he vouched for Walz as a 'good person,' the protesters peacefully dispersed.
Trump went on to caution that Walz holds more radical views than Harris on issues such as immigration and crime. He expressed concerns that a Harris-Walz ticket could potentially be the most far-left in the nation's history, emphasizing their stance on security and immigration policies.
Harris officially announced her selection of Walz as her vice presidential running mate, highlighting his background as a governor, coach, teacher, and veteran who has championed working families. The decision to choose Walz was not unexpected, as his name had been circulating as a potential candidate since Harris became the party's nominee.
Trump criticized the choice, labeling it as 'insulting' to various groups and suggesting that it goes against the principles of 'making America great again.' He raised concerns about the ticket's perceived alignment with communist ideologies and emphasized differences in views on national security and transgender issues.
Walz, a former congressman serving his second term as governor of Minnesota, has been identified as a key figure in the upcoming election, with efforts to secure the state's electoral votes intensifying as the campaign progresses.
