Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz helped shape farm policy during his 12 years in Congress and pushed for policies that advocated for farmers and ranchers, particularly those who are veterans of the armed services.
The former House member, and now Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate pick for the 2024 Democratic ticket, has been hailed by Democrats as a boon to reach Midwestern voters.
The Harris campaign, in announcing the pick, touted the agricultural aspect of Walz’s background: “He became a member of Congress in a Republican district by representing the needs of farmers and rural America.”
