Tim Walz's military record under scrutiny as he joins Kamala Harris on Democratic ticket

Category: Politics

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's military record is under scrutiny following claims that he retired to avoid deployment to Iraq. While he served honorably in the National Guard and earned several medals, questions have arisen about his rank at retirement and the timing of his departure before his unit was mobilized for Iraq. Critics, including former President Trump's running mate, have accused him of abandoning his unit, while Walz maintains he left to run for Congress. Official records indicate he retired as a master sergeant, not a command sergeant major as often claimed.

Keywords: Tim Walz, military record, Iraq deployment

Source: CBS News

Update At: 8/8/2024

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