Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate for the 2024 presidential election, elevating the progressive midwestern Democrat whose clear and caustic messaging about former President Donald Trump—labeling him “weird”—has gone viral in recent weeks.
“One of the things that stood out to me about Tim is how his convictions on fighting for middle-class families run deep,” Harris said in an Instagram post announcing her decision. “We are going to build a great partnership. We are going to build a great team. We are going to win this election,” she continued.
Walz, who has gained recognition for his canny folksiness, could offer a counterbalance to Harris’ Californian background, potentially strengthening the Democratic ticket in areas where the party has long struggled. He served 12 years in Congress representing a red, mostly rural southern Minnesota district.