SAGINAW, MI — Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is set to make his fifth visit to Michigan this weekend as part of the Harris-Walz campaign’s efforts to strengthen ties with voters in the battleground state. Walz, the vice-presidential running mate of Democratic hopeful Vice President Kamala Harris, will attend a Sunday church service at Victorious Believers Ministries in Saginaw at 10:45 a.m. on October 20.
Walz’s visit is just one stop in a busy weekend itinerary, as he is scheduled to arrive at MBS International Airport in Freeland the night before. Following his appearance in Mid-Michigan, he will travel to Massachusetts, then move on to campaign events in Connecticut and New York throughout Sunday and Monday.
This marks another key moment in the Harris-Walz campaign’s outreach to voters in critical regions. Last week, Governor Walz visited Vino & Vines, a Black and LGBTQ-owned wine bar in Utica, Michigan. The private event, co-hosted by WNBA legend Deanna Nolan and her wife Anna, brought together around 30 Black men for an intimate discussion on issues impacting their community, underscoring the campaign’s focus on addressing racial and social justice.
Vice President Kamala Harris has also been actively engaging with Black voters, recently introducing the Opportunity Agenda for Black Men. This comprehensive plan aims to provide Black men with better access to financial independence, healthcare, and educational opportunities, while empowering them to thrive as leaders in their communities. Harris highlighted this agenda during a series of campaign rallies, as she continues to garner support for her presidential bid.
Harris will return to Michigan today, with rallies scheduled in Grand Rapids and Oakland County. Her frequent trips to Michigan signal the importance of the state to the campaign’s overall strategy, with this visit marking her seventh since launching her campaign earlier this year.
Adding to the political momentum, former President Barack Obama is slated to visit Detroit on Tuesday, October 22, to rally voters and encourage early voting in support of Harris, Walz, and the Democratic ticket. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump is also set to return to Michigan, participating in a roundtable event on Friday, October 18, in Oakland County as he continues his efforts to sway voters in the state.
With key figures from both parties focusing on Michigan, the state is shaping up to be a critical battleground as the election approaches.
