Tim Walz praises Biden after bad debate performance.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz made headlines last month when he publicly endorsed President Biden, affirming that he believed the president was “fit for office” despite criticism following a poor debate performance against former President Trump. Governor Walz expressed his confidence in Biden’s abilities at a meeting of governors at the White House, stating, “Three and a half years of delivering for us, going through what we’ve all been through. None of us are denying Thursday night [June 27] was a bad performance. It was a bad hit, if you will, on that, but it doesn’t impact what I believe that he’s delivering.”
Following the debate, Biden faced mounting pressure from within his own party to step down and not seek re-election. Despite this, Biden announced on July 21 that he would remain in office until the end of his term, signaling his determination to continue serving as president.
Despite the initial doubts surrounding Biden’s re-election prospects, Governor Walz continued to show his support for the president, emphasizing Biden’s track record of delivering for the American people and his ability to connect with voters. Walz highlighted Biden’s past achievements, such as his work in building the middle class and defeating Donald Trump in the previous election, as reasons for his enduring belief in the president’s capabilities.
As Biden faced challenges in his re-election bid, he made the decision to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination. In turn, Harris selected Governor Tim Walz as her running mate, solidifying their partnership in the upcoming election.
President Biden responded positively to Harris’ choice of Walz as her running mate, praising the governor’s experience and character. Biden commended Walz’s background as a school teacher, high school football coach, and military veteran, highlighting his strong leadership qualities and dedication to public service.
The selection of Governor Tim Walz as Vice President Harris’ running mate signals a significant development in the upcoming election campaign, with the Democratic ticket now featuring a diverse and experienced pair ready to lead the nation forward.
