Kamala Harris, Tim Walz spoke to supporters at Arizona campaign event | 2024 Election
Kamala Harris rallies alongside AZ Dems in Glendale
A crowd of nearly 15,000 people attended the rally for Presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz at Glendale's Desert Diamond Arena alongside many other prominent Arizona Democratic politicians. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has the story.
GLENDALE, Ariz. - Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz made a speech to their supporters during a campaign rally in Glendale on Friday.
The stop in Phoenix is part of an electoral battleground tour for Harris and her newly-chosen running mate. Doors at Desert Diamond Arena opened at 1:30 p.m, to those who are RSVPed for the event. A crows of over 15,000 people filled the area.
Minnesota Governor and 2024 Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz (L) gestures toward US Vice President and 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris during a campaign event at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, on August
Before Walz and Harris took the stage, a number of Arizona politicians spoke to the rally attendees, including Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Democratic Senate candidate Ruben Gallego, Senator Mark Kelly and his wife, former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. Kelly, a former astronaut and gun control advocate, had been a top contender for running mate. The senator is expected to remain a strong advocate for Harris, and is already mentioned for possible Cabinet posts or other prominent roles should Harris ascend to the Oval Office.
When Gov. Walz took the stage, he was met with a loud applause. He spoke about his time serving the Army, his tenure as a high school social studies teacher and football coach, and his choice to get involved in politics to fight for the common good.
When the vice president addressed her supporters, she made several promises to sign bills that will expand voting rights, and ban assault weapons. She also addressed the need for comprehensive reform and a pathway to citizenship when it comes to the border. Harris also spoke about women's rights when it comes to abortion, and said "we trust women."
During her speech, Harris paused to address what appeared to be a number of pro-Palestinian protesters in the crowd, saying that she, along with President Joe Biden, are working hard on a ceasefire agreement.
The Associated Press (AP) contributed to this report.