Gov. Walz started calling Trump, Vance 'weird.' Hear why

Potential vice presidential pick Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) joins CNN’s Jake Tapper on “State of the Union” to discuss his viral use of the word ‘weird’ to describe former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance. #CNN #News
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[@nadya6295]

"Ooooo, what a monster, kids are eating and having full bellies so they can learn" is such a good answer.

[@diane5830]

I got one better. How 'bout sending parents to jail when their kids skip school...yep. Your Marxist leader, Kamala, advocated for that and did that cackle laugh when she proposed it.

[@chuckxu5910]

Continue to make America 🇺🇸 looking like Haiti 🇭🇹, please vote 🗳️ for Kamala

[@Abagelandcoffee]

​@chuckxu5910, when you make these arguments, it only makes you seem more deluded and disconnected from real people.

[@learnhowto_click1334]

​@@chuckxu5910 found the weirdo

[@chuckxu5910]

@@Abagelandcoffee if you like peace, law and order please re-elected President Biden

[@SanLoren-y2k]

Walz is the clear front runner for my money. Ahead of the pack...and it's a solid field.

[@debraderoos5225]

There are a lot of good candidates for VP out there, which is good for Harris. I like Walz. I like others, too.

[@Dtatar-1852]

He’s got my vote.

[@Official_KC]

I can't remember the last time there was so many good VP picks honestly. There's at least 5 or so that would all be very, very strong. Makes it seem like the Dems have a solid future once the older folks start retiring

[@GarryBurgess]

I agree. He just makes you feel that he's 100% solid, genuine and honest.

[@kristieshaw4806]

@@GarryBurgess ITS GOTTA BE WALZ!

[@im-gi2pg]

One politician who actually feeds kids at school and isn’t apologetic or horrified at the cost. All I ever hear is excuses from politicians on why we can’t feed school-kids, why we can’t have quality of life and well-being for people in the USA. Now it’s illegal to be homeless! This guy makes me tear up. I’d consider moving to Minnesota if it wasn’t freezing cold in winter!!!!!!

[@gtkona1608]

Sure, because in MN the parents can't afford or don't want to feed their own children. Sounds like a great state. Plus high taxes and Minneapolis crime.

[@XWarRoom]

​@@gtkona1608you are a weirdo

[@XWarRoom]

​This person hates school children-->@@gtkona1608

[@mark0001]

@@gtkona1608 Marginally higher taxes to make sure ALL kids are fed properly in my state is a good thing. If that's a price to pay for a stronger United States to face China in the future, why not?

[@maryannkastorff9680]

@@gtkona1608 Not true. You clearly don't live in MN.

[@Astrobrewster]

I was talking about Trump never laughing with my son over the weekend. It’s not weird that Kamala can laugh; it’s weird that Trump can’t

[@MIDNIGHTMAYHEM1000]

Haha 😂😂😅 your gonna change your mind after trump becomes president. It's okay though you'll learn sooner or later. Thats all I'm gonna say 😊

[@MIDNIGHTMAYHEM1000]

Btw I've seen trump laugh a bunch of times..

[@elloowu6293]

​@MIDNIGHTMAYHEM1000 No you haven't. You've heard him give a slight guff after making fun of someone. But never a good honest, smiling laugh over something genuinely fun and enjoyable.

[@MIDNIGHTMAYHEM1000]

@@elloowu6293 watch his some of his speeches he had after the assassination attempt. He let out more character and more enthusiasm along with some comedy in his speeches and you gotta remember he's from the broncs. After finding that out I understood his personality allot more and respect him more. Everyone has there own thoughts on how people act and assume but it does help to know where he grew up in. I feel like we need a president that can be intimidating and stern and real about what he is talking about rather than someone that acts fake just to get people to like them. We need someone that's gonna want other countries to step down from attacking us

[@routehome574]

@@MIDNIGHTMAYHEM1000You’re weird

[@jamesstephenbritton9723]

The not laughing thing comes from being a narcissistic sociopath.

[@18_rabbit]

yep and other dark factors. Bad weird at best

[@craigh2980]

Such a nasty thing to say about the Border Cszar

[@khawk1283]

MAGA = Miserable Ass Grumpy Adults

[@kristieshaw4806]

@@craigh2980 MORE MAGA LIES! LETS TALK ABOUT THE BORDER: THIS SPRING THERE WAS A GOP WRITTEN BORDER BILL THAT EVEN BUILT THE DAMN WALL. AND GUESS WHAT TRUMP KILLED IT! THEN HE WENT ON TV AND SAID: BLAME. HIM. GOOGLE. IT. AMERICA. DONT. LET. THIS. NEWEST. LIE. PASS. BY. WITHOUT. CORRECTING. THEIR. NEWEST. LIE!

[@SassaFrass28]

@@jamesstephenbritton9723 Trump does laugh, he makes jokes all the time, & has a great sense of humor. Dems have ZERO sense of humor & NO creativity. Trump haters are blinded by hatred.

[@AutumnSwatches]

This guy is resonating with me more than the others now.

[@Midnighthacker951]

Agreed....free Trans children now! Harris Waltz 2024.

[@billmcculley9502]

I like this guy

[@Midnighthacker951]

@@billmcculley9502 And he is for federal funding for trans children! Harris Waltz 2024

[@littlesheep392]

I used to. Have him as your Governor for awhile. He has done some good things with school lunches and sick pay but he loves to make minnesota like California ​@@billmcculley9502

[@billmcculley9502]

@littlesheep392 I'm from the NE, so I wouldn't know. I like his style, and he has a positive vibe.

[@righthalfthetime-do4nt]

Kids are eating and have full bellies so they can go learn, what an awesome statement. This guy is sharp!

[@Midnighthacker951]

Waltz is also a friend to Trans children. Harris Waltz 2024

[@kyleanderson2949]

We’re lucky to have him

[@blackgateboxingxuanmenquan6407]

@@Midnighthacker951 That’s f’n weird asf…🤡🌎

[@evaklum8974]

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[@bronceage7265]

Keep that clown we don’t want him

[@lynetteprice8519]

Harris/Walz for the win. He's like Bernie's smiley, clever, witty cousin. He is so engaging and frames the issues so well. He absolutely kills it in terms of messaging.

[@johnsjohnson448]

Please, no.

[@kundalinicobain6897]

If the USA doesn’t pick those two, we’ll fly them to Europe and the highest bidding country gets them 💙🇺🇸

[@jeanclaudejunior]

Guess what? You got your wish come true, Tim Walz is confirmed as running mate for Kamala

[@philipose66]

you eloquently nailed it---btw, after seeing this interview when it occured, i felt pretty sure Kamala would pick him---he will destroy Vance in a debate---

[@JAy-ct2bu]

He's like a Marxist lunatic who implements radical leftist policies. But hey you have no choice you weren't allowed to vote for your candidate the Democrat Party installed someone for you

[@MISSYGful]

By the way Tapper, he did give you a direct answer "I'm not going to talk about that" Listening to Walz is sooooo refreshing. Direct honesty...it's been a long time since I've heard it. I'm almost teary eyed 🥹

[@makaveli3189]

He also likes kids to read inappropriate material.

[@XWarRoom]

Found another weirdo​@@makaveli3189

[@Oggiez65]

​@@makaveli3189 what material would that be?

[@grasshopperye3593]

@@makaveli3189 Like what, Toni Morrison's the bluest eye? Lol. He was a teacher, he's not going to advocate banning books, bc he's not a weirdo. He'll let parents make those choices themselves.

[@makaveli3189]

@@grasshopperye3593 A teacher that lets kids read gay books. Disgraceful

[@evolvvartstudio]

There was no need for Tapper’s petulance toward Governor Walz when Walz graciously sidestepped the VP question. Grow up.

[@ofeliadavenport8006]

Tapper President Obama will not like what you've become !

[@sule4578]

I KNOW! If you have Jake Tapper on your side , you sure don't need enemies! ! !

[@philiplacey5430]

Not petulance, both guys know the dance steps required and perform willingly. I like Tim Walz and I knew right away the "weird" label would stick because it's perfect. I ask my trumpy friends, "Are you really going to elect a man that doesn't like dogs and eats pizza with a fork?" Weird.

[@craigh2980]

@@evolvvartstudio the left are so unhappy when the game is not slow pitch fawning softball….

[@alexhazen662]

@@philiplacey5430 I have to say as far as @sule4578, somebody needs a nap.

[@ruthgibson6475]

Gov. Walz just said out loud what everyone was already thinking. Trump’s behaviour and how he talks is weird. Good job Governor for finally putting it out there in plain language.

[@barryoblarney9294]

Trump sounds like a normal American - not a Satanic, communist, pedophile(the whole Dem party).

[@y_chelle]

Tim Walz - Born in Nebraska - Family man - 24 years in Army - Former teacher - Former HS Football Coach - Former Union Member - MN state representative - Re-elected Gov - Policies for the people - Can work across the aisle with Bipartisan support - Understands foreign and domestic policies - Can connect with people in swing states - Happy, knowledgeable, and a sense of humor - Balances the ticket with VP Harris 🚨🚨🚨UPDATE - I knew it. Tim Walz is the VP pick 🚨🚨🚨

[@nathannnathan85]

I didn't want to lose him as governor but who knows.

[@karenwhite8839]

I like him! I keep reading more about this man. Thank you for your post on his background!

[@glendavis1266]

@@karenwhite8839I’m with you. Draft him in to be VP. No BS from him.

[@Midnighthacker951]

And a friend to trans children! Vote for federal funding for trans children......vote for Harris!

[@ConservativeAnthem]

Would you have his child? That's always the test of a man.

[@davidgrochmal6023]

No child sould go hungry god bless him !!!!!!!!!

[@Trogdor1365]

Children starving in not acceptable anywhere, but _certainly_ not in the wealthiest nation in the world. It is an absolute shame that this is even controversial.

[@Yogi-aadhi]

Trump 2024

[@dave0051]

​@@Trogdor1365well sending billions of dollars to support a Proxy War in Ukraine sure doesn't help. An open border that has allowed millions of illegals to come into our country sure doesn't help. But you're right no American child should go hungry.

[@evaklum8974]

​@@Yogi-aadhi 3024

[@jcepri]

Republicans will never understand this, but feeding children actually benefits all of us. It's now a cliche, but they really ARE our future. Someday our lives will be in their hands if we live long enough.

[@ibrahimswiss8714]

Gov. Walz is a kind, sweet, well mannered man with great intentions for his country.

[@Far-cw2xy]

😂😂😂😂

[@Smelltheflowers1413]

Waltz who mocks a war vet marine, god fearing, family man… nah, waltz is a counterfeit!

[@evaklum8974]

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[@garys7184]

Upon further inspection, if you actually read a history book-quite often. the road to Hell was paved with kind, sweet, well-mannered intentions.

[@Smelltheflowers1413]

@@ibrahimswiss8714 Waltz’s intentions are to bend our knee to China. -He raves about China. Has been there at least 30xs. -Brags about communism. -took several classes of high school students there to learn all about communism. -honeymooned in China. -I’m sure has been bought off by China. We don’t want any more of Kamala’s disastrous policies. The last 4 years of her reign are destroying us! Please bring Trump’s policies back and make milk affordable again! (And please secure the border!)

[@vittorianesse]

“Weird” dials back the rhetoric because it’s what normal people say.

[@lurklingX]

i think people can relate to it. also, some people don't feel comfortable saying "threat to democracy" and stuff (even if it's true.) so it's like a permission structure for people to at least be able to call out stuff not being cool, even if they don't wanna use the more drastic terms. not sure why some people are like this but i see it all the time. some of it i saw from older women who "didn't want to sound too negative"

[@eray9934]

How about Weird-OOOOO?

[@LoveLifeinpa1]

You mean normal 8-year-olds. Dems have gone full 3rd grade because they're trying to distract from their radical left-wing agenda. It's the farthest left in American history. CNN and MSNBC try to portray two populist candidates as extreme but it's a lie.

[@thesummerland6165]

it also resonates bc it's true, but not harsh..it calls out the truth and shines a light on it clearly

[@LoveLifeinpa1]

@@thesummerland6165 Nothing weird at all about Vance. On the Harris side, you have people who think men can have babies, genital mutilation of children should be allowed, and that males should be allowed in the women's locker room. That's weird.

[@gezak9733]

This guy on the ticket would make EVERYONE under 40 show up to vote Democrat, just to have someone with Bernie's politics (plus more zest) one heartbeat away from the presidency.

[@thesummerland6165]

100%, he's the best choice by far!

[@evaklum8974]

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[@jcepri]

and without the crankiness lol

[@sharonprice3461]

I love Bernie flaws and all! Tim Walz is backed by Bernie and that’s good enough for me. I’m getting more familiar with who Walz is. It doesn’t matter who Harris runs with, she still has my vote!

[@jarrettvoyzey9893]

Absolutely not, I will never vote for this socialist scumbag.

[@BigNoseDog]

Giving kids lunch is ultra liberal?

[@tonabnehmer9407]

...maybe even pure marxist 😅 these people call themselves christians....

[@gabbi111969]

According to most Republicans... Yes. According to most people who care and can empathize with everyone... No

[@Hyde_Hill]

In MAGA world the government doing anything for the people is marxist. Except tax cuts for the rich and limiting freedom of choice.

[@tonabnehmer9407]

@@gordleith9474 ridiculous claim...

[@jh748]

@@gordleith9474 Yet Republicans are pushing even for rape babies. That's the point of a woman being able to choose.

[@terellkid1]

Reporter was a bit rude at the end and the governor was actually cool about it.

[@billsoderholm3125]

That is because Tapper is a right winger.

[@terellkid1]

@@billsoderholm3125 makes sense lol

[@lurklingX]

yeah tapper was kinda rude here, and i've never seen him be like that. if anything though, it really showcased TIM WALZ's rocksteady, unflappable nature and still coming across like a good guy.

[@christinaw8660]

I think Tim Walz could have said "If it was offered to me, I would be honored and would give it some thought." and left it at that it would have been fine. But I do agree Tapper was a bit rude at the end.

[@loveisthekey7]

I appreciate that he's striving to be fair and balanced as a journalist. I think he was teasing.

[@dawnsmith9596]

That was a great response: "What a monster, making sure kids' bellies are full so they can learn, giving women rights to healthcare." Walz is a great man!

[@Don-OLDandJDareWEIRD]

​@@KAISER-OUTDOORSthat's weird

[@dawnsmith9596]

@@KAISER-OUTDOORS I am a patriot. I believe in helping my fellow Americans. It takes a village, Mama effah! If you force women to give birth, whose responsibility will it be?

[@KAISER-OUTDOORS]

@@dawnsmith9596 it does not take a village , it takes 1 or 2 responsible parents and the neighbors & school district can see their way out of it. teachers are not co-parents or co-caregivers either. we need to go back to kids not even knowing their teachers first names and the parent being the final authority of their child. fvck socialism. embrace minarchism. 🇺🇸

[@maeschder]

​@@KAISER-OUTDOORSYou are such scum lmao

[@evaklum8974]

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[@pauli2169]

European here. Never heard of this guy but was very impressed, he actually seems human and caring and I 100% agree that making sure kids have a healthy lunch is important. I am originally from the UK , my parents had 5 children and money was tight. Having free school lunches sure helped and I remember them with fondness…also a free carton of milk to make sure we were getting enough calcium. Now, all those 5 children are working, paying taxes and having large families themselves. It is a win-win situation. Why can’t some Americans see that?

[@ssb1056]

It used to be like that in the 1960’s

[@AmericanGirl100]

Kamala Harris must of heard You!! Walz has been chosen as her VP Running Mate!! WhoooHoooo!!! Let’s Win This!!💆🏼‍♀️🥳💙🇺🇸 #VoteBlue 🗳️💙🌊🌊

[@louise3088]

He thinks there needs to be tampons in boys bathrooms,yet calls other people weird.He supports minors getting surgery without parental permission.He pushed for illegal immigrants to be able to get drivers licenses,which makes it easier for them to be able to vote.He supports socialism.Anyone who thinks Biden and Harris have done a good job is delusional.

[@bobbobbington3615]

Because I'm not responsible for your failure as a parent.

[@andreiboroianu946]

@@bobbobbington3615How did he fail his kids? Care to elaborate, please? 😂🤡

[@RosieTipton-me8rd]

He’s clearly the best choice for VP

[@kimberley1449]

I think he's a good choice ,and I'm not sure who else is on the list!! I'm sure she's going to pick the best!!

[@user-js6ex7jh7e]

I like Governor Tim Waltz. I hope he becomes Madam President Harris VP.

[@georgewashington3555]

yea i am loving Tim Walz.. would be a great VP.

[@Yogi-aadhi]

😂😂😂😂

[@vsolo21]

Jake acts like anyone actually in the running to be on the ticket with Harris is going to say boo about it. I think Walz handled it graciously.

[@phil20_20]

Mr, 'No Fact Check' wants the inside scoop.

[@evaklum8974]

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[@loistucker774]

Jake pressing him on these things is a really good way for us to see how Waltz responds under some pressure. He's great!

[@garys7184]

Exactly how long have you been relishing the smell of your own flatulence?

[@evileyelash8094]

I love the sincere smile! My kind of people ☺ ☺

[@boga5014]

Gov. Walz is another hidden gem .

[@blitzroehre1807]

Walz would be a good vp pick, he connects well with allsorts of folks

[@georgewashington3555]

Absolutely true. People want to listen to Tim Walz.

[@michael7018]

Tim Walz is the one with broadest appeal. He’s a 100% people first instead than for rich donors and elitists. He spent most of his life as a teacher. He’s an awesome communicator, funny, and his messaging is on point and direct. Let the other run their states.

[@Trogdor1365]

I agree. He wasn't on my top 3 (not because of anything wrong with him; I just knew more about a some of the others), but listening to all the interviews now, he plays the best on camera, imo.

[@nathannnathan85]

I love him as governor, though!

[@Trogdor1365]

@@nathannnathan85 stop being selfish! Sharing is caring! 😉 I don't blame you. He's making a real, positive difference in your state.

[@tmc8195]

PLEASE MAKE THIS MAN VP I WILL CRY TEARS OF JOY

[@evaklum8974]

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[@Thadmotor1044]

Something greater awaits for him

[@jasgill7121]

He is the VP :) You can cry now

[@robskii506]

Congrats

[@cescamarie]

You got your wish and I’m crying joyful tears here in Boston! I really like this guy and think he’ll do well

[@danboke5796]

Tapper: "I guess I'm not gonna a direct answer on that one". Yeah, the dude specifically stated he wouldn't address that and you didn't respect him.

[@lisettegarcia]

It's literally his job to ask the questions and press for straight answers from politicians across the political spectrum

[@jh748]

Yet when he had Tom Cotton he asked the same question a couple of times without ever getting an answer and basically let him lie after lie without any challenges to his lies. Lately Tapper has become a lousy interviewer.

[@18_rabbit]

@@jh748 yeah he and some others for several yrs have been infinitely too passive in sense of not asking probitive questions at the right times.

[@jh748]

@@lisettegarcia But when he is given a spinning and downright lies to his question he needs to challenge and fact check real time. Not answering is acceptable, lying or spinning should not be. Walz handled it correctly.

[@Lola-mt1ne]

Just because you ask a question doesn't mean a cognitively right person should answer.

[@DeannaRodriguez-u8r]

Governor Tim Walz rocks!

[@cyndybutler7330]

For a pedo democrat I guess you’d look up to evil

[@georgewashington3555]

Gov Tim Walz indeed rocks.. he has more interviews then other VP candidates i think simply bc people want to see him and hear him out. He has a talent and is a pleasure to listen to. I like him and he would be a great VP.

[@terrymertz1923]

He rocks at organizing riots!

[@cyndybutler7330]

@@rebeccaa.jantunen8591 nope not even close , kid open a book he’s as deranged as the rest of you

[@Jmamelia]

I'd love to see him as the VP nominee. Here in NC they can't take Roy Cooper out of his spot. The lieutenant governor is Mark Robinson who is an extreme right-wing ahole that proclaimed "some people just have to be killed." We already struggle here in North Carolina with a red legislature we don't need a maga governor.

[@joyceschreiber4433]

I was surprised at Jake Tapper's not so friendly, persistent and debate-like questioning. Walz'es spontaneous yet thoughtful responses along with his infectious smile won me over. He is authentic, has proven himself an accomplished governor, and would be a great pick for Harris.

[@conorkennedy3304]

We like him. I don't want him leaving.

[@evaklum8974]

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[@lynxminx4]

Tapper's gonna Tapper

[@maggiegrande3454]

He is a wonderful human being. ❤

[@DaisyDee5610]

Tapper has a stick up his a$$. Most of the interviewers laugh and smile with Walz.

[@markw4206]

Underrated moment here: when Walz corrected Tapper's OVER selling of Walz' military record. That he was supporting the Afghanistan effort from Europe, not in-country there. How F-ing refreshing that is, to have someone as honest and down to earth in high office instead of embellishing their background. And the more I hear about his impressive and varied resume, the more I like him as a running mate for Harris.

[@stevencurti]

drink your coolaid

[@markw4206]

@@stevencurti Dude, you can't even spell Koolaid. No wonder you've fallen for so much of it!

[@carolefisher6489]

I like him as her running mate. He’s personable, has a great background in education, and actually answers the questions.

[@georgewashington3555]

Yes ... i am so impressed with Tim Walz after watching his interviews.. very personable, straight to the point, pleasure to watch.. and he beats Vance so easily.. watch his other interviews. Vance pretends he is an Appalachia guy.. etc.. but Tim Walz really is small town guy and talks about it. Also he has a great talent at getting to the point very effortlessly.

[@BayRG]

I just asked my Gen-Z daughter to watch this interview. I then asked her what she thought about him if he would be Harris's VP - and whether she thought his age would hurt her chances of winning. She said he's good, she likes him and didn't think his age would be an issue at all. She's just one kid, but she's pretty plugged into how her peers think.

[@michelez715]

He actually dodged the question about Dean Phillips.

[@kristieshaw4806]

Tim WALZ we need your voice in America! This guy has to be the nominee!

[@georgewashington3555]

Love Walz for VP . Great guy , people are drawn to hear him out.

[@willie_bones]

I really like this guy for VP

[@georgewashington3555]

me as well Tim Walz is great !

[@Hendoggy909]

The kinda guy you can trust to sit on your couch, unlike that weirdo with the couch fetish

[@evaklum8974]

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[@catherinewilson9894]

I’m glad someone finally pointed out how weird it is that trump never laughs. He’s weird…and a sociopath.

[@LH74]

Kamala laughing like the Joker is WEIRD.

[@LH74]

Biden sniffing kids is WEIRD.

[@b.douglas2753]

​. And f'g a couch is even weirder😂.

[@rocknrobert1]

Guys banging other guys is disgusting, not weird.

[@scray00]

@@b.douglas2753 having a man in the wh in a dress stealing women’s luggage at the airport is weird

[@MarjorieFarquharson-j2j]

Love the Governor Waltz!

[@georgewashington3555]

yes ! Tim walz VP !

[@donnawalker7085]

I LIKE! him! Articulate, sharp and down to earth. And he knows,what he is talking about, and polite, personable.

[@sfca3674]

Keep taking your meds buddy.

[@KathrynHaugan]

A man who is stealth progressive, subtle but he gets things done. I am SOOoooo glad he may become my Vice-President. Please vote D up and down the ballot.

[@troytice8354]

Make this man, VP, please!

[@blondelp8451]

This is the first time I hear Gov. Walz talking. He is really a decent man.

[@rossevans1774]

Yes, he seems to be not only a decent man but also a very normal man which is something that is rare in US politics.

[@blackout07blue]

It was unfortunate how he sidestepped that “sideshow” question about Dean Philips…since Dean turned out to be right.

[@j.goebbels2134]

Except he wasn't even in the race and all he had was ad homs. Let see him go toe-to-toe with a young, good-looking (and fit!) Yale lawyer and war hero with a culturally diverse family.

[@ctdevil28]

@@j.goebbels2134Okay Joseph goebbels 2134

[@j.goebbels2134]

@@ctdevil28 I knew you'd see it my way 👍😹

[@lindawade4ok639]

Well I like this governor

[@reinaldopena2224]

wow- whatever he is selling? I am buying. MN Gov. Tim Walz is the man. Humble, simple, wise, street smarts, for the people Dem/Reps and a patriot. He got my vote everyday and twice on Sunday.

[@iamanamerican7936]

He let the twin cities burn, let autonomous areas exist, this crap just killed the economy of Minneapolis and St Paul...... He does what he's told nothing more.

[@warrenginmartini]

He is a phony commie. The Afghanistan debacle was a complete mess. 13 people killed and 61 BILLIONS left in military equipment. No amount of gaslighting will whitewash this atrocity. Walz badly wants the VP job to enrich himself and get a big paycheck from Raytheon for military contracts.

[@melissalynn5774]

i love pete...but Americans would never get behind a black, woman prez, and a homosexual vp. or a woman vp.

[@evaklum8974]

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[@ems3832]

​@@melissalynn5774Let's pray that continues to be true...

[@chow-chihuang4903]

6:40 Everything the host rattled off are initiatives the constituents of governor Tim Walz wanted, and he helped them get them. What is wrong with helping people?

[@SenorYuk]

Seems like CNN is trying to paint these accomplishments in a negative light. Can't help but wonder why...

[@sheristewart2770]

Man, I only just heard of Gov Walz YESTERDAY, and I already love him, so much! There aren't many politicians I've been able to say that about. This guy clearly has a heart of hold, a solid character, he's genuine and salt of the Earth. What more could we ask for in a public servant? Tim Walz for VP! 💙💙💙

[@evaklum8974]

NORWAY SWEDEN ICE HOCKEY CHILE ARGENTINA ICE HOCKEY

[@pearlelliott9406]

Still don't like Tapper. He's always putting down President Biden down. Thank you, Governor, for setting the record straight.

[@Rmer716]

Exactly! He’s always acting as if he’s mad or something. These days is a very rare thing to find an objective journalist; everybody responds to some type of interest.

[@dawnsmith9596]

Yeah, corporate media. So non-journalistic and right on the script given by their corporate overlords. Bleck!

[@joseb9355]

Tapper is not putting down Trump. If he does Trump deserves it all.

[@Rmer716]

@@joseb9355 That’s not the point.

[@ejanb999]

Tapper looks down his supercilious nose at everybody he has on.

[@Dwightinho56]

«Age isn’t a conspiracy, it just happens»😂. Love it! Biden was fine, but age with all it’s issues is a real thing. If it was not for the Trump threat Biden would not have run in 2020, and certainly not now in 2024. That Harris is taking over the torch is a brilliant maneuver from a well versed political grand old man. Biden is a class act🇳🇴.

[@georgewashington3555]

Gov Tim Walz is such a great guy and would be a great VP. You want to see what he has to say. Such a pleasant person.

[@Steve-n2b]

Complete sentences in coherent language is the new benchmark for brilliance in the party? You may be on to something.

[@judith3218]

Governor Walz is absolutely correct in that Trump is never seen enjoying a good, hearty laugh. Where Trump does find humour, though, is at the expense of others.

[@jamesmann9775]

Governor Walz is a Realest, with Great Character ☀️ Uncle Walz will be a “Great” Vice President, and Minnesota “Got” your Back, Madam President ❤

[@LouisCapps-p3z]

Delusional 😮

[@sandraspidle5972]

Thank you, Governor Walz🇺🇸🎉🌠🙏🦅🇺🇸🦅

[@Yogi-aadhi]

Trump 2024

[@ricashay6322]

He’s so refreshing and positive. He’d be my pick based on character and policies.

[@Neil-yx3rc]

You must be joking. What’s refreshing and positive ..wishy washy liar…mish mash flip flop tick tock driven thoughts. Hopeless…no policy but woke sound bites of no substance…clap trap. Blind leading the blind lemmings. Wake up.

[@WestShoreMan]

He Nailed it! These guys are Weirdos!!

[@georgewashington3555]

Tim walz is great.

[@moniquemurphy4851]

Odious weirdos.

[@testingtesting8785]

The nicest word you can possibly use.

[@sheilamacdougal4874]

In sum, the reason why we call Donald Trump weird, an existential threat to democracy, a dictator, a threat to women, and a felon, is because we want to get away from all the mudslinging and hate, and instead focus on our positive message.

[@lloydbishun9584]

They ain't weird.. it's different. They just funky with the gals!🎉😮😊..

[@kingtrance307]

Walz is the guy to bring the fight as VP!! 👍

[@skittlznt2611]

His response saying Trump doesn’t laugh is weird was such a smart counterpunch to them saying Kamala laughs too much. Smart guy👏🏽 I like’em.👍🏾

[@markpoidvin5382]

It isn't smart as much as it's true. It is an observation that I've been waiting for one of these news people to make for over 8 years. People who don't laugh, ever, have something missing. And they tend to be exactly what Trump is, narcissistic and sociopathic. And Jake Tapper gets his version of Tucker Carlson confused look on his face as if this is some fascinating new insight. I love the governor. However, how nobody has brought this up before simply amazes me.

[@pzh3334]

Tapper tried SO HARD to rattle my Governor and he failed miserably!! Go Walz!!!

[@stephenhardy6340]

Is Tapper a Republican plant or surrogate?? , because he sure spits out trump talking points like machine gun fire!! That said, he was no match for Walz's intelligence, quick wit and masterclass level messaging of accomplishments.. Tapper just looked like a idiot and a hatter....

[@matseporamaboli4275]

I could listern to Governor Walz the whole day..... He could debate JD Vance and waltz him off the debate dance floor😜

[@reggienaidoo6514]

Very impressive, basically told Fox to mind their own business.

[@ST-wo3uw]

Adore Governor Walz! Would be thrilled if he's the VP pick! 🎉

[@georgewashington3555]

yes yes to VP Tim Walz !!

[@davidballew3963]

Weird AND mean. A particularly bad combination.

[@brogren802]

And stupid

[@Here4TheHeckOfIt]

This ☝️And why doesn't MAGA recognize this?

[@Thomas_Paine2U_fascinista]

Shady is basking in the sinister glow of weird and mean, a badge of honor for the devils mistress

[@allent208-kf4hv]

You, being a man and a push is a particularly bad combination

[@pomeranianrules3289]

man you are right on! 👍

[@davis68nf]

I, too, was a public school teacher. I, too, noticed students who didn’t ever laugh. There were very few, thankfully, but a recognized red flag for trauma.

[@jcepri]

He was talking about Trump never laughing, not kids.

[@davis68nf]

@@jcepri Trump laughed as a kid?

[@jeremyh2728]

Tim is such a genuine human being.

[@whiskyjames4200]

Gov. Walz is my pick for VP... 💯🇺🇲💙💙💙

[@ghostwolf1435]

He is really growing on me

[@fpp2023]

Hes the best!

[@georgewashington3555]

I like him and i see other people really liking him as they discover him.

[@terrymertz1923]

He could be the riot czar!

[@CarlRoach-mc8ik]

He would make a great president

[@jarm8618]

He’d be such a great VP. Would destroy Vance on the debate stage. Go Tim Walz!

[@cyndybutler7330]

Not on his best day kid 😂😂😂😂 but funny

[@georgewashington3555]

Tim Walz is already destroying Vance just in the interviews alone. Absolutely great pick for VP. he smashes Vance to pieces very easily like just brushing Vances mask away. Tim Walz gets his points across in a very relatable easy way.

[@gabrielgomez2483]

@@cyndybutler7330how we he not. Vance is not great at orating at all

[@KosOrSomeSayKosmo]

I love hearing from sensible, credible, experienced leaders like Governor Walz. Good job Minnesota, keep it up!

[@karenkemmerling7088]

LOL… He doesn’t care about our kids or job creation. He only cares about getting more power. And he calling ANYONE weird as the guy who put tampons in boys bathrooms makes him not only weird…but nuts!

[@narda1072]

@@karenkemmerling7088yawn

[@ramal5708]

Walz should the VP candidate, he'll light up the debate against Vance

[@felixdeleon7685]

4:17 Hats off for Tim Walz being the most Minnesotan governor in history eating a Juicy Lucy at The Nook 😋

[@sergiomeyer]

Every Minnesotan finds a way to discuss either our weather or Jucy Lucys when given the opportunity to on national television.

[@pzh3334]

As a MN girl, I felt seen when he said that 😂❤

[@kyleanderson2949]

If only he threw something in about the Musky and Northern fishing season we are seeing this summer!

[@conorkennedy3304]

That's like 1.5 miles from my place. I thought I imagined it at first.

[@evaklum8974]

​@@kyleanderson2949 WELCOME TO LA PATAGONIA

[@margiegomez8279]

Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN)' Minnesota's successful, progressive, and transformational blueprint needs to be replicated across other states.

[@fractal3729]

every parent wants their child to grow up well fed and educated! food is a human right!!!!

[@observationsfromthefringe9048]

Tim Walz should be the next vice president. He is articulate, intelligent, and charismatic. He has the background and attitude to do a great job.

[@georgewashington3555]

Never knew of him but since i heard him first time i am drawn to him. Love Everything about him. Great VP.

[@18_rabbit]

so is and does Buttig. & Ms. Whitmer, BIGTIME!

[@onomatopoeia162003]

So, from the few comments saying he should be. He would be the 3rd from this state. 1. Humphrey 2. Mondale

[@MissedU60]

🤡

[@MissedU60]

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[@TT-qo9dv]

Waltz is awesome! Go Blue 🇺🇸

[@tonyduffy7441]

That big smile when Tapper mentions the policy of free breakfasts and lunch for schoolkids Walz passed :) Probably tells you a lot about his character.

[@N.a.n.c.y]

That touched my heart! He’s fiercely proud of that policy he implemented!

[@OneMinuteChickens]

Nothing is free.

[@SenorYuk]

​@@OneMinuteChickensI can think of a lot worse things to spend my tax dollars on.

[@OneMinuteChickens]

@@SenorYuk If the economy was better, people could afford to buy their own kids lunches. You are allowing government grift and robbery while they try and look good because they give a little of our money back under the guise of feeding children. Isn't Walz so Sweet... HE BLEW THROUGH BILLIONS IN SURPLUS WHILE EVERYONES TAXES, FUEL, FOOD and FEES ARE CRAZY TOWN EXPENSIVE. The best part is the property taxes which fund this so-called education which if we decide not to pay we lose our land under threat of violence and imprisonment. YAY FOR DFL SOCIALISM. 🤮 Democracy is the road to socialism. -Karl Marx Long live the REPUBLIC!!

[@pzh3334]

As a longtime MN resident, I can tell you Walz is one of us, a REAL person with a big heart, and the conviction and courage to do the right thing by his people.

[@Awesomefishingvideo-bb2tf]

How do you think, Still don't like Tapper. He's always putting down President Biden down. Thank you, Governor, for setting the record straight.

[@evaklum8974]

NORWAY SWEDEN ICE HOCKEY CHILE ARGENTINA ICE HOCKEY

[@77Cardinal]

Look at what Walz has accomplished for Minnesota. He gets it and he gets it done. I'm impressed.

[@lesliejaggers2275]

I’d move there. Born and raised in blue state. Left for a red one- now it’s time to go where I’m welcomed.

[@georgewashington3555]

I am impressed with Walz and how he gets his points out so straightforward and easy. Walz for VP

[@katiemilady197]

It would be worth moving here. I've lived here my whole life in the Twin Cities and I love it. Gov Walz has done so much for this state! We also have some of the most beautiful lakes. 😊 edit: you get used to the cold. Don't let that scare you lol

[@Greghh1960]

LOL! I live in Minnesota and if you love tax increases, soft on crime, sanctuary state where illegals and refugees get everything free, this is the place for you. I go into Walmart and they even have the underwear locked up now with two full time cops at the door and they still can not stop the crime. Democrat heaven

[@michaelthomas366]

Oh yeah, he's greater than great!

[@alohahawaii8834]

My Maga neighbour is so disappointed in the fake golden Trump sneakers made in China he bought that he now decided to vote for Kamala Harris 💙💙

[@DragHippieJesus]

Is there a return policy?

[@Kvindeordoghverdagskunst-su4ww]

Wish these MAGA naboes get a hobby and try to listen to real politic

[@zub6589]

Not true. Nobody with half-a-brain is going to vote for that dimwit.

[@lurklingX]

🤣🤣🤣 idk if you're serious but i just laughed my ass off, there.

[@YNWA442]

Donald Trump, touph on China, he has a secret Chinese bank account, and everything sells are made in China 🇨🇳

[@MTheory77]

Harris/Walz 2024 🎉

[@georgewashington3555]

2 Paws up !!

[@lynetteprice8519]

Meow!!!

[@mickael486]

Hey Jake, don't be a dick. The guy is a genuine awesome person and answered your question that everyone already knows the answer to is the same as the other possibilities. . Tim Walz deserves our respect.

[@jonlee580]

WALZ SHOULD BE VP WALZ FOR VP

[@starshinedragonsong3045]

Yes, please!!!!!!!!!

[@coolwheelz5190]

Yes, he would be a useful idiot and dumber than Kamala! LOL!!!

[@user-om4wm4ky9h]

As a born and raised, life long Minnesotan I am proud to call Gov. Walz our Governor. It’s not that I agree with him on every policy or decision. But I do appreciate his efforts, his directness on positions. Every politician is capable of political speak, Walz seems to minimize its use.

[@koffivisewodo8816]

The governor is so so so good❤ ❤❤❤❤❤

[@georgewashington3555]

Tim Walz !! so good.. would be great VP.

[@ejanb999]

I gave up Jake Tapper years ago and seeing this now , I'm glad I did.

[@janicenelson7639]

I like Tim Walz, but absolutely don't trust Jake Tapper.

[@elainekavros7965]

Jake Tapper needs to go! Absolutely am endeared by Tim Walz

[@kingtrance307]

Tapper is a marshmallow. You should see him lob softballs at Nikki Haley. Walz should be the VP pick! 👍

[@lurklingX]

idk if it's tapper or the changes at CNN. this weird stuff didn't start till they had the new owner who was trying to get magas watching. so they are skewing their stuff to cater. it's.... kind of gutting, really.

[@phil20_20]

Jake has some reparations to make. His ego is flaring, but he is getting the goods.

[@kyleanderson2949]

Tapper just appears salty at the onset of every interview. Like he takes the position of devil’s advocate at all times. May not be the worst thing as in this case especially, allows Walz to really shine as a genuine dude.

[@MTheory77]

Tim Walz for VP!🎉🎉🎉

[@georgewashington3555]

yes yes to Tim Walz !

[@jamoon469]

I love Walz!

[@arcadeshift5071]

4:18 Gov Walz eating a Jucy Lucy at The Nook. Can't get much more Minnesotan than that.

[@policywonk3153]

I like this guy! Blunt, fast and factual!!

[@derekholloway836]

yes, the US mishandled the exit from Afghanistan. Get over it Jake. Try talking about the present. But if you are going to look back, why not call out Trumputin for the plethora of things he screwed up.

[@michelez715]

To be fair, I think Tapper only mentioned it because Trump was accusing Harris of being responsible for it.

[@elloowu6293]

Trump screwed up the Afghanistan withdrawal. It was his deal that biden was forced to follow through with.

[@JD-ft2kp]

Loving Waltz I gotta say

[@georgewashington3555]

loving him as well !

[@ilikeme1234]

Walz is my number 1 for VP (Beshear 2). He’s relatable and fights for his positions instead of letting conservatives drive the conversation. We need that.

[@troy66777]

Walz is right!!!! They’re weird, out of touch and desperate to find a line of attack on Harris.

[@lindamadu4335]

I think he will also make a good vice president.

[@Bezayne]

Thing is, Trump has always been weird, if you put it very mildly. So it's just stating the obvious.

[@d.s.8733]

We're not desperate, trust me there is a ton of material! From her cackling to her insane word salads to her incarcerating black men for marijuana and yet funding criminals for their destruction of private property to the absolute Disaster that is San Francisco and I haven't yet mentioned her total failure on the border which liberal media is trying to spin in a False narrative as usual!

[@kristieshaw4806]

Trump and MAGA are so weird!

[@MrDeplorable-sw9cz]

Sounds like Dems need to start showing us how they're going to fix the problems they created.

[@calbackk]

Trump never laughing except AT someone was such an excellent observation. So true. Dear Governor Tim Walz, you have our support over here in the "old countries". (Sweden&Finland)

[@JACKDAWFISH]

Sicko

[@chrism.1131]

If Trump gets reelected, by the end of his term… He will be older than Biden is now.

[@bigdEnergy666]

Laughed at commies like you

[@spongedebfatpants1308]

There's plenty of videos where Trump is laughing. Actual laughing over something funny.

[@haha-hg6yq]

I've been asking that for years I have never seen Donald Trump laugh unless he's laughing at someone

[@andrewpinson1268]

Not unusual. Lots of men don't laugh. I have seen videos of him golfing and laughing - not at others. Some people are mor formal in public. This is something most men have to work on. I know you don't care. You just want to prove to your peers that you hate Trump. Good for you. Another sign of immaturity.

[@haha-hg6yq]

No that's just making too many excuses for him fact of the matter is that's unusual a characteristic of narcissism they like to be in control of the joke formalities are specific occasions Trump never laughs unless he's making fun of somebody and even then he's really just checking for the admiration of the people around him it's verifiable too

[@andrewpinson1268]

@@haha-hg6yq Well baba if Trump was to drink a glass of water you would claim that was a sign of narcissism. What you are doing is what is normally called Bs'ing, or blowing smoke, or piling it high to fit your agenda or talking point.

[@wolfgangdevries127]

​@@andrewpinson1268objection: hate compared to dislike. Two different things

[@andrewpinson1268]

@@wolfgangdevries127 You did know we were talking about Trump right. No idea of who you are talking about or what you are saying that is relevant.

[@majordanggle]

Wonderful word from a school teacher

[@Prisonfortrump20to24]

“Weird” is too nice sounding. I prefer deranged lunatic

[@kristieshaw4806]

Electrocution and sharks! Hannibal lecture! Yeah, Trump is weird!

[@Spiral.Dynamics]

I like Unhinged.

[@davemitchell6281]

you can get a idea if you look where they come from?

[@Daniel4646]

You're taking the words right out of my mouth.

[@mananimal3644]

My husband and I prefer Jill Stein over “Weird”. Pennsylvania for Jill Stein🕊️🙏🏿🇸🇩

[@michaelburke5907]

CNN continues to piss me off with the half hidden insults and derisive tone when talking to Dems. Yet they show deference and continue to play softball with the GOP. What twerps.

[@janefreeman995]

They go for whatever and whoever is most corporate. These anchors all have their voice tied up in their salary and future. It's not real journalism at all. It's a propaganda machine.

[@andercoyote4170]

CNN is crap. Just stopped by for Walz. MEIDAs Touch is NEWS. Heather Cox Richardson newsletter Joyce Vance Daily KoS Jay Kuo For a few REAL sources . 🇺🇸✨

[@deathknight161]

holy hell if you think CNN isn't in the dnc pocket you need to seriously consider a mental evaluation

[@RaiderDawg]

Lmfao imagine thinking CNN defends The Right. What a bad bot you are.

[@AW-tc4hy]

Harris is amazing. We love her 💙

[@yankeejib]

Obama's Convention of Chaos and Creepy Clowns is going to disappoint you then. Care to offer anything/something amazing about Kamala, because that seems to be the problem for everyone except Willie Brown and Montel?

[@cyndybutler7330]

😂😂😂😂 sure kid because the world needs a laughing drug addict as president

[@Steve-n2b]

Yes, but amazing at what? Willie Brown got tired of her, but Montel kept her number, eh? I don't think they really loved her?

[@Howdydoody-pw2ss]

I like Walz. Excellent communicator, whitty, intelligent, spunk!

[@ghostwolf1435]

This guy is a solid cat 🐈

[@tonabnehmer9407]

I love these kind of cats!

[@Hyde_Hill]

The Cat Walz and The Cat Lady Army winning in november hehe. Don't F with cats. He actually mentions that last part in one of his msnbc interviews.

[@georgewashington3555]

2 paws up for Tim Walz !! love him.

[@Steve-n2b]

If that's true, he's definitely out. They need someone expendable that will do and say what they're told to.

[@tonabnehmer9407]

@@Steve-n2b You are confusing something... it's not the new GOP where everyone not licking the felon's boots gets cancelled and called a rino.

[@marinanjer4293]

The governor is clearly a gifted politician

[@Mr.Monta77]

He seems honest for one thing. Trump is a monster.

[@StandupforabetterLIFE]

Clearly someone with common sense and a good heart

[@renaeklee1149]

I love this guy! I hope he is the VP pick!

[@lynetteprice8519]

Can't get enough of TIM WALZ!!! What ever he's selling, I'm buying. He has the unique ability to PERSUADE in a clever, witty way.

[@sfca3674]

WoW your a straight up sucker... But your not alone, you've got the rest of the snowflakes thinking like you...

[@Treehugging_Dragon]

Love Tim Watz’s Vibe He’s a Nice Guy with a Big Heart and a sense of humour Love that smile

[@patriot1564]

He is a communist