Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, now the 2024 Democratic vice presidential nominee, insists his current term will be his last in elected office.
In a Wednesday interview with MS NOW, Walz declared he will never run for an elected office again, adding never again, according to WNDs account of local coverage from Minneapolis outlet KARE 11. He further claimed he has no political considerations, a curious assertion from a man now elevated by his party to the national ticket.
And I will just do the work, Walz said, the outlet reported, adding that there are other ways to serve and he will find them. The governor also told MS NOW that old white guys who are former governors tend to land on their feet, KARE 11 reported, a remark that underscores the political insulation often enjoyed by entrenched Democrats even as their policies face mounting criticism.
Walzs office did not immediately respond to the Daily Caller News Foundations request seeking comment. His remarks follow his decision to abandon his 2026 reelection campaign for governor on Jan. 5, as his administration faces intense scrutiny over issues tied to predominantly Somali-run operations in the MinneapolisSt. Paul area.
I know this news may come as a surprise. But Im passing on the race with zero sadness and zero regret, Walz said in a statement announcing he was dropping out of the 2026 gubernatorial race. After all, I didnt run for this job so I could have this job. I ran for this job so I could do this job. Minnesota faces an enormous challenge this year. And I refuse to spend even one minute of 2026 doing anything other than rising to meet the moment. Minnesota has to come first always.
Walz also boasted during a Monday podcast appearance that he could beat the s out of Vice President JD Vance in a debate, a crude taunt that reflects the increasingly coarse tone embraced by Democrat leaders. For voters who value accountability, limited government, and serious leadership, Walzs bravado and sudden disinterest in future elections may raise more questions than his party is prepared to answer.
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