In a shocking revelation that has raised eyebrows across the political spectrum, Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota finds himself at the center of severe criticism from those he once served alongside in the military. With mere days before his election in 2018, two former military comrades unleashed a scathing critique of Walz’s service and conduct, an outcry that has resurfaced as he steps into the spotlight as Vice President Kamala Harris’ chosen running mate for the 2024 elections.
This controversy, first highlighted by the West Central Tribune through the voices of Retired National Guard Command Sgt. Majors Thomas Behrends and Paul Herr, paints a troubling picture of Walz’s military tenure.
The allegations against Walz are grave and multifaceted. Behrends and Herr accuse him of quitting when his nation needed him most, citing his failure to complete crucial training at the United States Army Sergeants Major Academy and subsequent obligations. According to these veterans, Walz not only abandoned his commitment to serve but also misled others about his military record—a charge that casts a long shadow over his capacity for leadership.
Further complicating this narrative is Walz’s participation in political activities while still enlisted. His presence at a protest against then-President Bush in 2004 and his decision to leave his unit as they prepared for deployment to Iraq are particularly contentious points. These actions, according to his critics, demonstrate a lack of commitment and integrity unbecoming of someone in his position.
This damning assessment was corroborated by another retired command sergeant major, Douglas L. Julin, who challenged Walz’s claims of intending to deploy with his battalion. The account provided by Julin adds weight to accusations that Walz sought to embellish his military record for political gain—a tactic that has drawn widespread condemnation.
Amidst these controversies, social media platforms have become battlegrounds where documents related to Walz’s departure from the military circulate widely. These documents appear to confirm that Walz was demoted due to failing to meet educational requirements—an outcome that further tarnishes his reputation.
As this story unfolds, questions about credibility and trustworthiness loom large over Tim Walz’s political future. With the eyes of the nation on him as he embarks on a campaign for vice presidency, how he addresses these concerns may well determine not only his own fate but also that of the Democratic ticket in 2024.
