MINNEAPOLIS – Governor Tim Walz has holed up in a Minneapolis hotel to prep for the vice-presidential debate against Republican JD Vance on Tuesday in New York. An insider sclled the preparation intense. Pretending to be Vance in the practice sparring with Walz is U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, who is known for his quick mind and clear articulation. Meanwhile, Vance is ensconced at an undisclosed location with U.S. Congressman Tom Emmer, a Minnesota Republican, playing Walz. The live-televised debate is Tuesday at 8 p.m. Central time
Buttigieg. In Minneapolis for Walz debate practice.