Harris's choice of vice president revealed ahead of their first scheduled public appearance together
US Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota governor Tim Walz as her running mate has selected Minnesota governor Tim Walz as her running mate in the US election, according to people familiar with the matter.
Walz, 60, a former US Army National Guard member and teacher, had emerged as a late frontrunner in the race, rising to prominence in recent weeks with his criticism ofWalz previously served six terms in Congress and is widely viewed by many Democrats as the “progressive” choice, energising the Democratic grassroots with his steadfast defence of women’s reproductive rights, free school meals and expanded paid worker leave.
Since he was elected Minnesota governor in 2018, he has advocated for tackling climate change and tax cuts for the middle class.
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