LIVE: Tim Walz speaks live as Harris campaign surges and Trump scrambles

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is kicking off his first solo campaign stop in Los Angeles as Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate with a speech to the of American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), one of the nation's largest public sector unions.

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LIVE: Tim Walz speaks live as Harris campaign surges and Trump scrambles

[francie]

"Education should be a ticket to the middle class, not crippling student loan debt. " 💯 ‼️

[MaterWranglers]

I'm a Minnesotan and I am so proud of Gov Walz. WE WILL NOT GO BACK! Vote 💙 in numbers too BIG to RIG.

[Dfgzxxyw]

Amazing example of true American leadership!!! Positive and uplifting speech.

[billyrubin]

Protecting Social Security and Medicare is a priority. Nobody should be denied the benefits that they worked for and contributed to.

[jasongibson]

This was an amazing speech truly incredible. Tim Walz is really something. I am inspired right now.

[Christinerb]

Tim Walz is absolutely amazing! I’m proud to say, I’ll be voting for Kamala and Walz! 🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸

[nancyzimmerman]

He certainly brings authenticity to politics and this campaign. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼💙💙💙💙

[joannewalters]

I am so proud of our next are truly a great American....you got my vote...💙💙💙💙

[rachelshoemaker]

I love this man!
I too was a union member. Both as a teacher and then as a professional firefighter.
You have my full support coach!

Harris-Walz 2024 🇺🇸

[이연수-mu]

I'm South Korean. I would like to honor and thank Walz's father for fighting for my country. Vote for Harris/Walz !!!

[aalexandrowicz]

During the Covid I realized the most needed people were grocery clerks, postal people, restaurant workers, doctors and nurses. We didn’t need all the rich jerks. Union teacher all the way.

[gregbillman]

My fellow Americans, this will be our one and only chance to save the greatest nation on Earth from a tyrant that would be king. Vote Blue America, ensure our freedom, protect our Inalienable rights. Say no to the hate, say no to the bigotry, deny the lies and the gaslighting! Choose instead to hope. Yell out at the top of your lungs how much you love this country! This arsenal for freedom and democracy. VOTE BLUE! Vote for a brighter more prosperous future. Are you with me?

[이형철-mw]

I am a Korean. I watch all Walz address. It is great. I support Harris Walz in this election

[candidaprout]

Amazing speech 👏. VOTE blue 💙💙💙 for decency and democracy 💙💙💙

[frankgatto]

I am a retired educator who was in the profession for 42 yrs. A teacher, counselor and a coach. I am very proud of this man. I am voting for Harris- Walz because they believe in all the American people. Its not about ME, ME, ME.

[AnonymousMusing]

I really appreciate the love, kindness, and compassion he brings for the American people.

[WellEditedCo]

I love my Gov so much! Harris-Walz 2024!!! 💙💙💙🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🙏

[zellhudson]

SPEAKING FOR MYSELF AS A BLACK AMERICAN MALE AND UNITED STATES NAVY VETERAN, TIM WALZ IS A GOOD HONORABLE MAN AND I'M PROUD OF HIM!!!. I TRUST HIM AND I'M GONNA VOTE FOR HIM. I BELIEVE GOD HAS SENT HIM TO HELP MAKE AMERICA BETTER IN MANY WAYS!!!

[adolphusbabafaluyi]

Can’t get tired of listening to Tim Walz. A great choice and boost for the Harris campaign .

[MrQueerDuck]

I love his enthusiasm. It rings true. I can see him growing up on a farm, working long hours as a teacher. I believe he'll fight for people like me! Go Harris/Walz!