WEB Walz selected as Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate

Minnesota governor to join Democratic ticket in 2024

WEB Walz, the 41st Governor of Minnesota, has been selected as Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate in the 2024 presidential election.

The announcement was made on Wedsday, August 6, 2024, and comes after a short but swift search process by the Biden-Harris administration. Walz, a Democrat, was first elected governor of Minnesota in 2018 and won re-election in 2022. He is a former teacher and Army National Guard veteran.

In a statement, Harris said that she was "thrilled" to have Walz join her on the ticket. "Tim Walz is a lifelong public servant who has dedicated his career to fighting for the people of Minnesota," she said. "He is a strong and experienced leader who will help us build a better future for all Americans."

Walz said that he was "honored" to be selected as Harris' running mate. "I believe in Vice President Harris' vision for our country, and I am committed to working with her to make that vision a reality," he said.

The addition of Walz to the Democratic ticket is seen as a major boost to Harris' chances of winning the presidency. Walz is a popular figure in Minnesota, and his selection is expected to help Harris win the state's 10 electoral votes. The 2024 presidential election is expected to be a close race, and the selection of Walz could prove to be the deciding factor in the outcome.