Gus Walz, the 17-year-old son of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, garnered widespread attention and admiration for his emotional reaction during his father's speech at the Democratic National Convention. Gus, who has ADHD, a non-verbal learning disorder, and an anxiety disorder, was seen tearfully exclaiming, 'That's my dad!' which quickly went viral. Conservative radio host Jay Weber faced backlash for mocking Gus but later issued a public apology after learning about Gus' disabilities. The incident brought to light the challenges faced by individuals with learning disorders and highlighted the need for greater compassion and understanding. Many prominent figures, including U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar and Chasten Buttigieg, expressed their support for Gus and the Walz family. Despite the negative comments from some detractors, the overwhelming response was one of support and admiration for Gus and his heartfelt display of love for his father.