Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz listens after meeting with President Joe Biden, July 3, 2024, at the White House in Washington. Reports say Vice President Kamala Harris has picked Walz to be her running mate marking a major milestone since her move to the top of the Democratic ticket ahead of the November election. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Jacquelyn Martin
WASHINGTON – Vice President Kamala Harris has picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be her running mate, marking a major milestone since her move to the top of the Democratic ticket ahead of the November presidential election.
They are expected to appear together at a rally this evening after Harris formally clinched the nomination on Monday.
The search for a running mate began just two weeks ago, after President Joe Biden removed himself as the nominee amid concerns over his age and endorsed Harris.
The 60-year-old Walz is military veteran, retired educator and union supporter whose state shares a 550-mile border with Canada.
The Business Council of Canada says his state shares more than just a love of hockey with its neighbours to the north.
Trade ties are extensive, especially in energy and agriculture.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 6, 2024.
– With files from The Associated Press.
