Former President Donald Trump recently appeared on “Fox and Friends” where he shared his thoughts on the shocking decision of Kamala Harris, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, to choose Tim Walz, the governor of Minnesota, as her running mate. Trump recalled his single interaction with Walz during the peak of the Black Lives Matter riots and COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020, expressing disbelief at Harris’s choice given Walz’s liberal leanings.

Trump recounted that Walz had reached out to him due to the tense situation in Minnesota, where protesters, frustrated by the COVID-19 stay-at-home orders were surrounding the governor’s mansion. These protesters, who dubbed themselves “Liberate Minnesota,” were peacefully expressing their discontent. Trump noted that these did not appear to be “very bad people,” and found it odd that Walz’s mansion was guarded by a single officer.

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During their phone call, Walz requested Trump to publicly affirm that he was a “good person.” Trump obliged and even tweeted about it: “I received a very nice call from Tim Walz, the Governor of Minnesota, who informed me that he was activating the National Guard.” Trump also mentioned that he had a productive 10-minute conversation with Walz and his administration was quick to respond to the governor’s needs.

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Despite acknowledging Walz as a “good person”, Trump expressed surprise at Harris’s decision to pick such an extreme liberal for her running mate. He also reflected on the anti-lockdown protests occurring around that time in states like Ohio, New York, North Carolina, and Michigan.

Trump’s tweets calling for these states to be “liberated” sparked outrage among Democratic leaders. However, Twitter confirmed that Trump’s tweets did not breach their COVID-19 policies.

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Trump emphasized in his interview that his interaction with Walz was the first and only one. He expressed satisfaction at being able to assist during a challenging period and appreciated Walz’s gratitude. Trump further stressed his unwavering support for law enforcement, especially during times of disruption and disorder.

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Trump’s recounting of these events highlights his positive and effective interaction with Walz during Minnesota’s tumultuous period. His immediate actions and readiness to aid underscore his leadership abilities and his capacity to put political differences aside for the common good.

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Trump’s dealings with Walz exemplify his dedication to serving all Americans, irrespective of their political affiliations, and his commitment to upholding law and order. It’s no surprise then that Trump is delighted with Harris’s choice of running mate, given these commendable attributes.

Source: SilverCircular