FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — Gov. Tim Walz made a short stop at the Minnesota State Fair on Sunday, his first as the Democratic nominee for vice president.
The visit stands in stark contrast to what he’s used to at the “Great Minnesota Get Together” — available to move more freely and make multiple trips over the course of the 12-day event.
But his life has drastically changed since joining the Democratic presidential ticket.
“I don’t get 12 days, which I usually get, and a little more of a disruption….more disruption to the other folks, but it’s exciting. We’re getting to talk about Minnesota across the country,” Walz said.
Sunday marked his first and only visit to the fair, and it lasted just over half an hour in what was a highly secure and choreographed setting. U.S. Secret Service and local law enforcement swarmed the area, some with K9 dogs searching the scene. Visitors had to go through metal detectors before entering the Dairy Building, where Walz spent most of his time.