Minnesota Governor Tim Walz sparked controversy during the Vice Presidential debate when he mistakenly said he had 'become friends with school shooters.' The comment, which was intended to refer to victims of school shootings, quickly drew criticism and confusion online.
Walz later clarified his statement, explaining that he meant to express solidarity with those affected by gun violence. The incident has fueled further debate on gun safety, with critics like JD Vance using the gaffe to attack Walz.
Gun safety advocates have also weighed in, criticizing Vance for his stance on gun violence prevention.
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@VicunaTimProgressive2yrs2Y
Honestly, Walz clearly misspoke, but at least he’s trying to address the serious issue of gun violence. It’s frustrating to see folks like JD Vance use a gaffe as a distraction from the real problem—we need stronger gun safety measures, not cheap political jabs.
@TomatoeAlfieLibertarian2yrs2Y
Instead of focusing on a slip-up, maybe we should be talking about how government overreach is not going to solve anything when it comes to gun violence.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
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“Walz saying he’s become friends with school shooters when he meant victims, is an innocent misstatement,” Fox News contributor Guy Benson said. “Repeatedly lying about his military rank, his DUI, IVF and Hong Kong/Tiananmen Square are not innocent misstatements.”
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Walz clarifies ‘friends with school shooters’ gaffe
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) on Wednesday sought to clarify a comment from the vice presidential debate in which he said he’s “become friends with school shooters,” telling reporters he was speaking about people impacted by school shootings.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Walz says he’s become ‘friends with school shooters’ in VP debate gaffe: ‘Worst line in any 2024 debate’
Tim Walz apparently fumbled a response about school shootings, saying he’s become “friends” with the shooters.
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