Well, well, well, here we go again with Democrats trying to rewrite history, this time with Tim Walz as the star of the show. The man who wants to be the next vice president has quite the story to tell, but let’s say it’s not the one he’s been peddling. If you think it’s just another political squabble, think again. This is about trust, integrity, and the sacred bond between a soldier and his unit—something Walz decided to toss aside for his political ambitions.
Let’s start with the facts. Walz served 24 years in the Minnesota Army National Guard, climbing the ranks to become a master sergeant, an impressive E-8 in Army speak. By 2005, he was the command sergeant major (E-9) of the 1st Battalion, 125th Field Artillery—a unit in the 34th Infantry Division. That’s no small feat. But when his unit was gearing up for deployment to Iraq, Walz decided to hang up his uniform and retire. Why? Because running for Congress was more appealing than leading his soldiers into combat.
Now, before anyone jumps in to defend him, let’s be clear: Walz didn’t have to retire to run for office. Many other National Guard members have balanced their military duties with serving in Congress. Tulsi Gabbard, anyone? But Walz chose the easy way out, dodging a deployment that could’ve derailed his campaign. Instead of leading his men in Iraq, he opted for the campaign trail.
To make matters worse, Walz didn’t even fulfill his service commitment. After attending the prestigious United States Army Sergeants Major Academy—a big deal, he owed the Army a few more years. But by retiring early, he broke that contract, and his official retirement rank was knocked down from E-9 to E-8. If that doesn’t scream “self-serving,” I don’t know what does.
So, what’s the big deal? After all, retiring is legal, right? Sure, but here’s the thing: Walz wasn’t just any soldier. He was a command sergeant major and the senior NCO in his Battalion. That role isn’t just a title; it’s a sacred trust. A CSM is the battalion commander’s right-hand man, the standard-bearer for every soldier under his command. He’s supposed to be the one setting the example, the one the troops look up to. But Walz decided his political aspirations were more important than the soldiers he swore to lead. That’s not just disappointing; it’s disgraceful.
According to reports, the impact of his retirement was like ripping the heart out of the Battalion. It caused chaos, disrupted the entire chain of command, and could’ve led to deaths in combat. That’s how crucial a CSM is to a unit. Walz’s decision to walk away wasn’t just a career move but a betrayal of the soldiers who relied on him.
Some might argue that Walz was leaving one kind of service for another, trading his military uniform for a congressional suit. But let me tell you, that’s like a mother abandoning her kids at an orphanage so she can run for office. It’s not just a different kind of service; it’s a total abandonment of responsibility.
Walz’s actions don’t just show a lack of commitment to his troops; they reveal a deep character flaw. For most professional soldiers, not deploying with their unit is unthinkable. Soldiers will hide injuries, postpone retirement, and make any sacrifice necessary to stand beside their comrades in combat. But not Walz. He ran when his soldiers needed him most, then dared to tout his leadership experience on the campaign trail.
And for those Democrats ready to shout, “But what about Trump?” let’s get one thing straight: there’s a world of difference between never serving and abandoning your post when you’re needed most. Walz’s actions are a thousand times worse because he turned his back on the very soldiers who trusted him with their lives.
To top it all off, Walz has been bragging about his military service as if he was the heroic leader his soldiers deserved. This is nothing short of stolen valor. He’s been lying about his service for personal gain, and that should tell you everything you need to know about his character.
So, if Walz couldn’t be trusted with the sacred duty of leading his soldiers, how can he be trusted to be vice president? His actions in 2005 should disqualify him from holding any public office, let alone the second-highest in the land. Veterans who left a piece of their soul in places like Iraq and Afghanistan deserve better. And so does America.
Come election time, remember this: Tim Walz didn’t just retire from the National Guard; he abandoned his soldiers for political gain. That’s not the kind of leader this country needs, and it’s certainly not someone we should trust with our nation’s future. Let’s make sure he and his party pay for this betrayal.
