Since the announcement of his candidacy, Democratic VP nominee Tim Walz has faced a string of embarrassing moments, with even his closest family and friends seeming to publicly denounce him.
Recently, a photo of eight purported relatives wearing “Walz’s for Trump” shirts and posing in front of a “Trump 2024” flag went viral, prompting discussions about the growing rift within his family. The group has not been identified, though sources claim they are related to Walz through his paternal great-uncle .
This isn’t the first instance of familial discord for the Minnesota governor. His older brother, Jeff Walz, has made several critical statements about him on social media, emphasizing their political differences. Jeff told NewsNation that he does not support his brother’s left-wing ideology and expressed frustration over being mistaken for sharing his brother’s views. While Jeff initially posted his thoughts on Facebook to clarify his stance to friends, the posts quickly gained public attention, leaving Jeff to regret his decision to share them on such a platform .
Jeff Walz’s criticisms add fuel to the fire surrounding Tim Walz’s campaign. On one Facebook post, Jeff voiced that he’s “100% opposed” to his brother’s ideology and questioned whether Tim has the character to make decisions for the country. Though Jeff expressed regret about the public nature of the posts, he confirmed that he stands by his views and is content to remain silent for the rest of the election cycle, opting not to campaign for or against his brother .
This familial feud comes as a significant political embarrassment for Tim Walz, who has previously acknowledged having awkward political discussions with family members. The media buzz around his brother’s statements and the viral photo of his supposed relatives supporting Trump only adds to the public perception of disunity in Walz’s camp.