Fact-check on Gov. Tim Walz's claim of carrying weapons of war in combat
Fact-checker refutes Gov. Tim Walz's claim of carrying weapons of war in combat, stating there is no evidence he served in combat
Key Points
- Gov. Tim Walz claimed to have carried weapons of war 'in war' but fact-checkers found no evidence of him serving in combat
- The claim was made during a town hall meeting advocating for gun control policies
- Various media outlets and political opponents criticized Walz's statement
Pros
- Clearing up misinformation
- Highlighting the importance of fact-checking in political statements
Cons
- Misleading claims made by a political figure