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Cathy Wurzer and Brian Bakst

Sen. Tina Smith reacts to Gov. Tim Walz joining Democratic presidential ticket

Minnesota Senator Tina Smith speaks
U.S. Sen. Tina Smith speaks before President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the Biden administration’s efforts to rebuild infrastructure at Earth Rider Brewery on Jan. 25 in Superior, Wis.
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Kamala Harris has picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate on the Democratic presidential ticket.

So how are Minnesota politicians reacting to the news? U.S. Sen. Tina Smith joined Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer and politics editor Brian Bakst to talk about Walz’s political career, his legislative accomplishments and his role as the vice president if the Democrats win in November.

Click play on the player above to listen to the full interview.