Republicans have attacked how Gov. Tim Walz characterizes his military career.
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- Sen. JD Vance and other Republicans say Gov. Tim Walz is misrepresenting his military background.
- Some also say that Walz retired and ran for office to avoid active combat.
- Here's what we know about Walz's military service, which spanned over two decades.
When Vice President Kamala Harris chose Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota as her running mate, his military history seemed like an asset.