Tim Walz"s motorcade crashes in Milwaukee during campaign
- Several vehicles at the back of Tim Walz's motorcade crashed while traveling to a campaign stop in Milwaukee.
- Walz was unharmed, but a member of his staff sustained injuries and required medical treatment.
- The incident highlights the risks associated with campaign travel, yet Walz's campaign activities proceeded as planned.
On Monday, several vehicles at the rear of a motorcade transporting Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, were involved in a crash while en route from the airport to a campaign event in Milwaukee. The incident occurred shortly before 1 p.m. local time, shortly after Walz and his wife were welcomed at the airport by Democratic Rep. Gwen Moore. Fortunately, Walz was unharmed during the crash, as he was situated in the front of the motorcade. The crash resulted in injuries to a member of Walz's traveling staff, who was in a van with reporters. This individual received medical attention following the incident. Other passengers in the van reported being shaken but did not sustain serious injuries, despite experiencing a violent jolt as their vehicle collided with another. The cause of the crash remains unclear, and investigations may be necessary to determine the circumstances leading to the incident. The motorcade was part of Walz's campaign activities, marking his first stops aboard the Harris-Walz campaign charter aircraft, which prominently features campaign branding. Vice President Kamala Harris reached out to Walz shortly after the crash to confirm his safety. The event underscores the unpredictable nature of campaign travel and the potential risks involved, even for high-profile candidates. Despite the incident, Walz's campaign activities continued, reflecting the resilience and determination of the campaign team.