Mike Rogers: Tim Walz is a Disaster
- Mike Rogers, the former House Intelligence Committee chairman, criticized Governor Tim Walz following Walz's selection as Kamala Harris' running mate.
- Rogers described Walz as out of touch and raised concerns over crime rates in Minnesota.
- The remarks indicate a potential political clash ahead in the campaign.
In a recent interview with Brian Kilmeade, former House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Rogers expressed strong disapproval of Vice President Kamala Harris’ selection of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. Rogers highlighted alarming crime statistics under Walz’s leadership, noting a 73% increase in murders, a 55% rise in car thefts, and significant burglaries, suggesting that these issues reflect a disconnect between Walz and the realities faced by everyday citizens. Rogers and Kilmeade characterized the Harris-Walz ticket as potentially the most liberal in U.S. history, framing it as a strategic advantage for the Republican Party. They speculated that Harris opted against Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro due to his pro-Israel stance, which could alienate Minnesota's substantial Muslim electorate. This decision, they argue, underscores the Democrats' struggle to balance diverse voter interests. Rogers further criticized Walz’s approach to equity and inclusion, particularly in the aftermath of the Black Lives Matter protests in 2020. He contended that the Democratic Party is attempting to redefine these concepts, moving away from a merit-based system that has traditionally characterized American values. In a poignant anecdote, Walz recounted meeting a factory worker whose wedding plans were delayed due to soaring food prices, attributing these economic challenges to the policies of the Democratic Party. This narrative, according to Rogers, exemplifies the struggles faced by hardworking Americans under the current administration.