Who is Tim Walz, Kamala Harris's Pick for Vice President?

The Ex-Football Coach and Teacher - Now Harris's VP Pick

Essential Facts About Tim Walz

1. Walz is the Current Governor of Minnesota

2. Walz Taught High School Geography and Coached Football

3. He Served in the Minnesota National Guard for 24 Years

4. Walz Earned a Bronze Star for His Service in Iraq

5. He Represents Minnesota's 1st Congressional District

6. Walz is a Member of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL)

7. Walz has been Endorsed by the National Education Association

8. He is a Strong Advocate for Gun Control and Climate Action

9. Walz Opposes the Death Penalty

10. He is Married with Three Children

11. Walz is a Former College Football Player

12. He Co-Chairs the National Governors Association (NGA) Climate Task Force

13. Walz is a Member of the Council of State Governments Justice Center

14. He Graduated from Mankato State University and the University of Northern Iowa

15. Walz is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

16. He is a Recipient of the Freedom Forum Institute's John R. Popham Award

17. Walz is a Member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars

18. Walz was a Teacher of the Year in 1990 and 1991

19. He Won the 2023 Minnesota State Teacher of the Year Award