Minnesota Governor Tim Walz attended the Michigan-Minnesota football game on Saturday in Ann Arbor. He was greeted at the airport by University of Michigan students who arrived in a bus with a banner that read “Put Me In, Coach!”
Walz has been using his background as a football coach and teacher while campaigning for Vice President Kamala Harris. The Democrats are trying to get young voters excited with visits to college campuses.
The visit comes before Tuesday’s debate between Walz and Republican Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, who is Donald Trump’s running mate. After the game, Walz went to northern Michigan to prepare for the debate.
Meanwhile, Harris held a fundraiser in San Francisco on Saturday. She told supporters that many important issues are at stake in this election, such as abortion bans and recent Supreme Court decisions. She emphasized the need for optimistic leadership.
Trump also went to a college football game between Georgia and Alabama in Tuscaloosa. The Harris campaign aired a new ad during the game that pokes at Trump about having another presidential debate. Michigan is an important swing state in the November election. Rep.
Debbie Dingell of Michigan said, “No one is winning this state right now. We are a purple state. Donald Trump hasn’t won this state and Kamala Harris hasn’t won this state.”
After the vice presidential debate, Walz and Harris will campaign together on a bus tour through central Pennsylvania on Wednesday.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faced boos from fans as he left the Michigan-Minnesota football game on Saturday. Fans yelled, “Get out of here,” as Walz exited the stadium after Minnesota’s 27-24 loss to Michigan. Earlier in the day, Walz had been enthusiastic despite the rain.
Minnesota governor attends Michigan football game
He posted on social media, “A little rain can’t keep us from the big Michigan-Minnesota game! And it’s not gonna stop these students from making sure that everyone on their campus is registered to vote.”
When asked by Michigan College Democrats if he was excited for Michigan to beat Minnesota, Walz laughed and said, “I’m excited to be at the Big House. I’m excited to watch this incredible game.
I’m more excited to see young people being excited about their future.”
Walz and his wife took the field before the game to greet Minnesota’s head coach P.J. Fleck. However, the Golden Gophers struggled throughout the game, trailing by as many as 17 points. They attempted a late comeback with three touchdowns in the fourth quarter but ultimately fell short.
The Wolverines improved their season record to 5-1 with the win, while the Golden Gophers fell to 2-3 and remain winless in conference play. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz arrived at Willow Run Airport near Ypsilanti, Michigan on Saturday to a rainy but warm welcome from University of Michigan students. Walz was in the state to campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris and attend the football game between the University of Michigan Wolverines and the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
Students gathered on the tarmac to greet Walz, some playing brass instruments and holding a banner that read: “Put me in, coach.” Walz, who has been Minnesota’s governor since 2019, interacted with the students but made no public statements at the airport. Michigan is a key battleground state, with polls showing a close race both in the state and nationally. Walz and his wife, Gwen, entered Michigan Stadium before noon and mingled with students and leaders from both universities.
Minnesota narrowly lost to Michigan 27-24. Audrey Clayton, co-president of Students for Harris at U-M, said, “Walz has Midwestern dad energy that I think we can all relate to.” Her group has been actively engaging students on issues like reproductive rights and the health of U.S. democracy. U.S. Rep.
Debbie Dingell, D-Dearborn, and Wayne County Executive Warren Evans were also at the airport. Dingell emphasized that economic concerns are important for all age groups, especially students worried about jobs and housing after graduation. “Democrats still have much work to do, and we cannot take one thing for granted from now until Election Day,” Dingell said, noting the importance of voters getting to know Kamala Harris.
Victoria LaCivita, a spokeswoman for the Trump campaign in Michigan, expressed skepticism about Walz’s impact, saying, “The Wolverines are going to send Minnesota’s Golden Gophers packing — the same way Michiganders are going to send Tim Walz back to Minnesota this November.”
