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Tim Walz Denies Close Ties to Controversial Imam

Vice presidential candidate Walz clarifies his stance amid backlash over public appearances with Imam Asad Zaman.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (right) says he has no 'personal relationship' with Imam Asad Zaman (left) who praised Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack and shared a link to a pro-Hitler video. (Aaron Lavinsky/Star Tribune via Getty Images. Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Walz's campaign asserts he has no personal relationship with Imam Asad Zaman.
  • Zaman has been criticized for sharing a pro-Hitler video and supporting Hamas.
  • The Anti-Defamation League urges leaders to distance themselves from Zaman.
  • Jewish leaders praise Walz for his support of Israel and the Jewish community.
  • Walz condemns Hamas terrorism and reaffirms his stance against anti-Semitism.