Dr. Scott Jensen, a Republican and COVID-19 skeptic who ran against Democratic Vice President pick Tim Walz during the Minnesota gubernatorial race two years ago, has warned voters that the white-haired National Guard veteran is a “wolf in sheep’s clothing. Speaking to The Post, Dr. Jensen described his former opponent as having no problem going back on his word to advance his political agenda. He also claimed that Walz can be a pitbull when he needs to be, despite coming across as everyone’s favorite uncle and jovial in nature.
Dr. Jensen, who was endorsed by Donald Trump during the 2022 race against Walz, highlighted the potential for political strategy influencing whether or not Walz would engage in a debate with Ohio Sen. JD Vance, Trump’s Vice Presidential pick. The doctor recounted an instance where Walz supposedly told the press they would have more debates before reneging on this promise. Dr. Jensen also expressed concern about how Walz has managed to emerge from scandals and negative situations relatively unscathed within Minnesota, a point of criticism that has been echoed by others in recent days.
As Kamala Harris’ running mate for the November presidential election, Walz has faced increased scrutiny over his military record and handling of the destructive 2020 protests. JD Vance has even accused him of “stolen valor” for some comments about his military experience. Despite these criticisms, however, the Biden-Harris campaign is moving forward with their ticket debut in Philadelphia on Tuesday night. The Trump campaign has dismissed Walz’s claims that the Republican Party is “weird” as a smokescreen meant to distract from bad policies.
