Harris responds to GOP criticism of Walz's military service
Vice President Kamala Harris has addressed criticism from Sen. JD Vance on her running mate, Gov. Tim Walz, and his military record.
Speaking with reporters in Detroit, Michigan, Harris said, "Listen, I praise anyone who has presented themselves to serve our country. And I think that we all should."
Harris’ comments come after Vance, the running mate of former President Donald Trump, accused Walz of "stolen valor," saying he lied about his military service when he never saw active combat.
The Harris-Walz campaign issued a statement Wednesday saying that "in his 24 years of service, the Governor carried, fired and trained others to use weapons of war innumerable times. Governor Walz would never insult or undermine any American's service to this country -- in fact, he thanks Senator Vance for putting his life on the line for our country. It's the American way."