**Title**: Tim Walz: A Far-Left Democrat with a History of Siding Against National Security
**Sapo**: Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, recently selected as Vice President Kamala Harris's running mate, has come under fire for his past votes and statements regarding Guantanamo Bay and national security.
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In the wake of his selection as Vice President Kamala Harris's running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has come under increased scrutiny for his past actions and statements regarding national security and the Guantanamo Bay prison facility.
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A recent vote uncovered by the Washington Free Beacon revealed that Walz voted against a measure in 2009 that would have prohibited the federal government from transferring inmates from Guantanamo Bay to facilities within the United States. This vote was part of then-President Barack Obama's efforts to close the prison, despite objections from Republicans who argued that bringing the suspects to the U.S. would pose a security risk.
Walz's opposition to the measure has drawn criticism from Republicans, including Rep. Pat Fallon (R-TX), who accused him of putting "Americans' safety and our national security at risk." Sam Rogers, an Army veteran and government affairs director at the Foundation for Government Accountability, echoed this sentiment, stating that Walz's record had repeatedly voted to close Guantanamo Bay and move "the world's most dangerous terrorists to the United States."
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Walz, for his part, has maintained his support for closing the prison, claiming that it was a "serious obstacle to peace in the Middle East." He has also stated that he believes U.S. professionals can handle any potential risks associated with transferring Guantanamo detainees to the United States.
However, Walz's position has been met with skepticism from some security experts and former military officials who argue that the risks of bringing these detainees to the U.S. outweigh any potential benefits. They point to the fact that Guantanamo detainees are often accused of committing heinous crimes, including involvement in the 9/11 attacks.
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The controversy over Walz's Guantanamo Bay votes is just one aspect of his record on national security that has come under scrutiny. Critics have also pointed to his support for gun control measures and his past statements questioning the effectiveness of law enforcement.
As the Democratic vice presidential nominee, Walz's record on national security and other issues is likely to be subject to intense scrutiny in the months leading up to the 2024 election. The outcome of this scrutiny could have a significant impact on the outcome of the race.
