Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers (D) mistakenly called Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, “Tom” twice during a Labor Day event.
meanwhile Busy Speaking at a labor day event in Milwaukee on Monday, Evers emphasized that Walz, like Evers, is a “former union man” and that he has “signed some of the most pro-labor bills” in Minnesota history.
“Like me, he's a former union worker. He's signed the most worker-friendly bill in Minnesota history, strengthened worker protections, given people paid leave and much more,” Evers said. said:
And folks, Wisconsinites, you all know what happens when you elect a former teacher, right? We get the job done. We always do what's best for kids and working families. We strive to find common ground and agreement, and we work and lead with kindness, respect and passion. These are the very Midwestern values, qualities and work ethic that make Tom a great Vice President, and will make Tom a great Vice President.
Tony Evers: “…Tom would be a great Vice President!”
Who is Tom? pic.twitter.com/rLkEnMLoN8
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) September 2, 2024
Many on social media mocked Evers for accidentally calling Walz by the wrong name, and questioned whether Walz was “lying about his name.”
“He's such a great candidate that no one wants to say his name,” one person said. Written In post X.
Such a great candidate that no one wants to say his name https://t.co/ZHHLN45Ktf
— Zach Smith (@ZachSmith220230) September 2, 2024
“Is Waltz lying about his name now?” another person asked. Written.
😂😂😂😂😂😂 Waltz is lying about his name now. https://t.co/oiykBmwnLa
— Maddie Adams (@MaddieAdams75) September 2, 2024
“The people in the back are nodding and laughing,” said another. Written“The bar is too low.”
The people behind me were nodding and laughing.
The standards are very low. https://t.co/aLAABIvhTR
— 🇺🇸🌴Florida Bee (@Alaynalaine) September 2, 2024
Walz has faced criticism for exaggerating his military record and for missing out on a promised deployment to Iraq to join the Army National Guard while continuing his congressional campaign.
As Breitbart News previously reported:
Waltz served in the Minnesota Army National Guard and retired at the rank of Sergeant (E-8). However, his biography on his official website lists a higher rank in which he served briefly, but which was ultimately revoked because he did not meet all of the requirements for that rank. However, his biography suggests he retired at the rank of Command Sergeant (E-9).
The Harris campaign later removed from its website a statement that Waltz was a “retired military master sergeant,” noting that Waltz once achieved the rank of master sergeant.
