Tim Walz

‘Are you an Israeli agent?’: Harris’s vetting process exposes rift over Israel support - analysis

Shapiro’s memoir reveals the intense vetting process for Harris’s VP pick, raising questions about Israel loyalty in the Democratic Party and its impact on his candidacy.

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US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harri greets supporters during a campaign rally in Ann Arbor, Michigan, October 28, 2024.
Aaron Keyak (L) and Deborah Lipstadt testify about the recent rise in antisemitism and its threat to democracy before the U.S. Helsinki Commission in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill on December 13, 2022 in Washington, DC.

Senior Biden admin. official Aaron Keyak slams ‘double agent’ question posed to Josh Shapiro

"If a person were truly an intelligence asset of a foreign government, they’re just going to say ‘no.’ So, what was the motivation? Were they trying to intimidate him?" Keyak asks.

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U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro react during a visit to the Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., July 13, 2024.

Harris campaign asked Shapiro if he was Israeli double agent while vetting for VP pick - NYT

When Shapiro complained about the offensive nature of the double agent question, he was told, “Well, we have to ask,” Shapiro wrote, which “said a lot about some of the people around the VP.”

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Law enforcement officials stand guard, in front of the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building, during a protest more than a week after an ICE agent fatally shot Renee Nicole Good, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, US, January 17, 2026.

Pentagon prepares to deploy 1,500 soldiers to Minnesota as Walz mobilizes Nat'l Guard to protests

The Pentagon has placed 1,500 active-duty US soldiers on alert as mass protests against immigration enforcement escalate in Minnesota, following the National Guard’s mobilization and rising tensions

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM, REUTERS

Tim Walz dodges question on Israel’s right to strike Iran, emphasizes support for Israeli defense

"That's what's happening right now. Israel's right to defend itself is not in question,” Walz said.

OCTOBER 7, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Democratic vice presidential candidate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz speaks at the 46th International Convention of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) at the Los Angeles Convention Center on August 13, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

VP candidates discuss support for Israel's preemptive strikes against Iran during debate

Walz dodges questions on Israel launching a preemptive strike against Iran; Vance says Israel will 'do what they think they need to do.'

OCTOBER 2, 2024ByHANNAH SARISOHN
Republican vice presidential nominee U.S. Senator JD Vance (R-OH) and Democratic vice presidential nominee Minnesota Governor Tim Walz gesture as they speak during a debate hosted by CBS in New York, U.S., October 1, 2024.

Why this Israeli-American is voting for Harris-Walz in 2024 - opinion

An Israeli-American voter explains his support for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the upcoming US presidential election, citing concerns about Trump's behavior.

OCTOBER 1, 2024ByMICHAEL LIPKIN
US VICE PRESIDENT and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and her running mate, vice-presidential nominee, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, attend a campaign rally in Milwaukee.

Post-debate dilemma: Who's better for Israel – Harris or Trump? - opinion

Compared to Donald Trump – who rambled, demeaned, and lied – Kamala Harris was sharp, focused, and, ultimately, presidential.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024ByBRIAN BLUM
FACING OFF: US presidential candidates Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump.

At debate, Trump shares falsehoods about pet-eating, infanticide

During the debate, Trump made extreme, false claims about immigrants, abortion, and Israel, while Harris refuted them with corrections.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024ByREUTERS
Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump gestures as he speaks during a presidential debate with Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris hosted by ABC in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., September 10, 2024

'Starkest contrast between candidates': Jewish groups, politicians react to presidential debate

The US presidential debate sparked mixed reactions among Jewish political groups, with Kamala Harris receiving both praise and criticism.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024ByHANNAH SARISOHN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
A screen shows the presidential debate between Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris outside the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City, U.S., September 10, 2024.

Harris running mate Tim Walz: 'We can't allow what's happened in Gaza to happen'

Walz advocated for a two-state solution and added that he wanted to push "the Netanyahu government to start moving in that direction."

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Democratic vice presidential candidate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz speaks at the 46th International Convention of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) at the Los Angeles Convention Center on August 13, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Biden faces DNC speech backlash, Kamala Harris accepts Democratic nomination

Harris-Walz platform on Israel explained • Uncommitted delegates tell Harris to make changes on Israel stance • Anti-Israel protests outside of DNC venue

AUGUST 19, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
DNC kicks off as anti and pro-Israel protesters demonstrate in Chicago, August 19, 2024.

What is the Harris-Walz platform and its implications for Israel? - explainer

Their platform reflects a robust stance against Hamas, especially in light of the brutal attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023.

AUGUST 19, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL candidate and US Vice President Kamala Harris and her vice presidential running mate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz attend a campaign event, in Las Vegas, last weekend. They are intent on ‘bringing back the joy.’

Josh Shapiro says antisemitism played ‘no role’ in his not getting picked as Kamala Harris’ VP pick

Critics of the effort called it antisemitic, but Shapiro told the Jewish Telegraphic Agency that antisemitism was not a factor in Harris’ decision to choose Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz over him.

AUGUST 19, 2024ByRON KAMPEAS/JTA
U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, a Florida Democrat, chats with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro at the Florida delegation breakfast at the Democratic National Convention, Chicago, Aug. 19, 2024.