Vance Attacks Harris and Walz at Philadelphia Rally

Senator JD Vance, a Republican from Ohio, expressed strong criticism of Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz during a campaign event in South Philadelphia on Tuesday. Vance highlighted Walz's handling of the 2020 riots in Minneapolis, which erupted following George Floyd's death, stating, "Tim Walz was the guy who let rioters burn down Minneapolis." He also accused Harris of supporting the rioters by bailing them out of jail, framing their partnership as a troubling alliance for the Democratic Party. Vance explained his initial silence regarding Walz's selection as Harris's running mate, suggesting that the Democrats might change their candidate lineup unexpectedly, referencing President Biden's recent withdrawal from the race. He characterized Walz's political record as "a joke" and positioned Harris as a "San Francisco liberal," indicating a disconnect with mainstream American values. The senator's remarks were met with enthusiasm from the crowd, who chanted his name in support. During the event, Vance invited Pennsylvania voters to share their experiences, emphasizing the negative impact of Harris's policies. He criticized the Democrats' claims of improving conditions in Philadelphia, asserting that the situation has not improved. Vance further condemned the Biden administration's handling of various issues, including the fentanyl crisis, and called for Harris to be removed from government rather than promoted, stating, "Everything that Kamala Harris touches has been a disaster."