Kamala Harris and Tim Walz Rally in Battleground States

Kamala Harris, Democratic presidential candidate, and her running mate, Tim Walz, rallied in Wisconsin and Michigan, emphasizing their campaign against Trump. Walz, known for appealing to rural voters, is spotlighted. The Harris campaign has seen a surge in donations. Vance mirrored their events, criticizing their records.

EAU CLAIRE, Wisconsin/DETROIT, Aug 7 (Reuters) - Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her new running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, tested his Midwestern credentials on Wednesday with rallies in the crucial battleground states of Wisconsin and Michigan.

Walz, a former teacher and Army National Guard veteran, addressed a robust crowd in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, emphasizing the importance of local understanding. Their campaign aims to introduce Walz and counter Trump and his running mate, U.S. Senator JD Vance, amidst a heated race.

With Harris' campaign gaining momentum and raising $36 million post-Walz announcement, the duo is leveraging Walz's appeal to white, rural voters. Meanwhile, Vance, trailing them, criticized their handling of key issues, including military records and protest responses, reflecting the tense competition.

(With inputs from agencies.)