Tim Walz and Kamala Harris

Vice President Kamala Harris and her newly announced running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, have embarked on a campaign swing through critical battleground states, including Michigan and Wisconsin, to bolster their economic message and connect with voters. During their rallies, they criticized Republican rival Donald Trump's policies, particularly focusing on abortion rights, which they argue have diminished voter support for Republicans since the Supreme Court's 2022 ruling. Meanwhile, Republican nominee JD Vance is also campaigning in the same states, aiming to counter Harris and Walz's efforts while targeting the Biden administration's immigration policies. Vance's public engagements have included a controversial visit to a police station where he criticized immigration enforcement, raising concerns among some Republicans about his appeal outside Trump's base. Harris and Walz's campaign strategy emphasizes Walz's Midwestern roots to gain traction in a region crucial for the upcoming election. Both campaigns are intensifying their outreach as the November election approaches, particularly after Michigan's recent primary elections.