The Man Behind the Campaign: Tim Walz and His Inspiring Family Story (5 of 7)

Gus’s emotional response at the convention quickly became a viral moment on social media, capturing the admiration of many. Former White House press secretary Jen Psaki took to the social platform X to express her support, posting, “Team Gus Walz.” Similarly, Kate Bedingfield, former White House communications director, praised the moment, stating, “Tim Walz was 100 percent pitch perfect, grand slam, touchdown in every possible way. And yet somehow Gus Walz was even better.”