Tim Walz defends his military record after GOP criticism
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Washington — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday defended his military record amid GOP scrutiny since he became Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate last week, saying he's proud of his service and scolding Republicans for disparaging his record.
"These guys… are even attacking me for my record of service, and I just want to say, I'm proud to have served my country and I always will be," Walz said Tuesday during a campaign appearance in Los Angeles.
Republicans have zeroed in on Walz's military record in recent days, claiming he exaggerated his military service — a claim that has been especially amplified by Sen. JD Vance, who became former President Donald Trump's running mate last month. Vance has accused Walz of "stolen valor garbage" for inflated statements about his military service.
