Tim Walz Admits Error in Tiananmen Claim

During a vice-presidential debate, Democratic candidate Tim Walz admitted he 'misspoke' about being in Hong Kong during the Tiananmen Square protests in June 1989. Walz had previously claimed to have been present during the crackdown, but recent reports revealed he was in the U.S. at the time and only traveled to China in August of that year. He attributed his inaccurate statements to being caught up in the rhetoric and described himself as a 'knucklehead.' This admission has sparked criticism and scrutiny from opponents, notably Republicans who are leveraging the controversy against the Harris-Walz campaign. Despite this, Walz emphasized his commitment to his community and his efforts to learn from his experiences in China.