Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is expressing his nerves about facing JD Vance in the upcoming vice presidential debate. Sources close to Walz indicate that he may be even more nervous than he was during his running mate interview with Kamala Harris, where he expressed concerns about his debating skills.
This debate holds significant weight as it is likely to be the final major event before Election Day. With many voters still unfamiliar with Harris, Walz sees it as his responsibility to help build trust in the vice president, whom he had limited prior knowledge of before being chosen as her running mate.
Walz's team has shared that he is deeply worried about disappointing Harris and is determined to prevent a victory for Donald Trump. He has shown disdain for Vance's perceived departure from their shared background and his alignment with Trump's positions. Walz's comments about Vance's education at Yale hint at his concerns that his opponent may be a formidable debater due to his time at the prestigious university.
For the debate, the strategy appears to focus on targeting Trump while also addressing Vance's attempts to sway undecided voters. By largely bypassing Vance and concentrating on Trump, Walz aims to position himself as a strong advocate for Harris and the Democratic ticket.
