Walz Under Scrutiny for Military Service Claims

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic vice-presidential candidate, has come under scrutiny for allegedly misrepresenting his military service in a 2018 video, where he claimed to have carried 'weapons of war' in combat. Walz served 24 years in the National Guard but never saw combat, which has led to accusations of 'stolen valor' from Republicans, including his counterpart, Sen. JD Vance. The Harris-Walz campaign has clarified that Walz 'misspoke' and emphasized his stance on gun control. Vance criticized Walz for lying about his service for political gain, while Walz's defenders argue that he has been unfairly attacked. The controversy has sparked a broader debate about the use and significance of military service in political campaigns.