DeKalb GA News

Military veterans recently booed former Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz during an event in Minnesota. The incident occurred following allegations of "stolen valor" arising from claims Walz previously made about his military service. The controversy began after Walz's introduction as a running mate for Kamala Harris, at which point a video surfaced showing him falsely presenting himself as a combat veteran.

Walz is accused of never deploying and there were instances where he supposedly abandoned his battalion prior to their deployment to Iraq to pursue a Congressional seat. In 2006, Walz allegedly introduced himself at a veterans event as a "retired command sergeant major," which opponents claim is untrue. A social media post by RNC Research from August 8, 2024, features a video purportedly supporting these claims.

Further allegations emerged, including claims that in a 2009 video, Walz lied about his rank while sending a farewell message to soldiers deploying to Iraq, again identifying himself as a "retired Command Sergeant Major." Critics labeled this action "dishonorable" and contend that he should be held accountable. This video was shared in a post by MAZE on August 8, 2024.

The veterans' backlash against Walz became especially vocal during his remarks on tariffs and a veteran's bill at the Minnesota Capitol. Amid his speech, veterans in attendance shouted and heckled, including a forceful interruption with "Shut your f*cking mouth!"

This sequence of videos and accusations continues to spark debate and draw scrutiny over Walz's past military assertions. Public reaction and legal implications related to his comments remain closely watched.

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