Ann Coulter's social media post mocking Tim Walz's son Gus for crying at DNC draws criticism

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: Political commentator Ann Coulter has come under fire for mocking Tim Walz’ son Gus over his emotional outburst at the Democratic National Convention.

Gus Walz, who has a non-verbal learning disorder, stood up and began pointing at his father as he spoke on the third day of the convention and seemed to be shouting “That’s my Dad” while sobbing.

Democratic VP nominee, in response, said from the podium, “Hope, Gus and Gwen–you are my entire world, and I love you.”

Ann Coulter attacks Gus Walz over crying at DNC

The moment went viral on social media and Ann Coulter shared Gus Walz's reaction on her X (formerly Twitter) with the caption, “Talk about weird ...” on Thursday, August 22.

The former Fox News contributor was referring to "weird," which has been widely used by the Harris-Walz campaign for describing Donald Trump and JD Vance.

After facing the backlash, she seemed to have deleted the post, but many users shared the screenshot of her post and expressed their anger online.

Tim Walz and wife Gwen reveal son Gus Walz's health struggles

Recently Tim Walz and his wife, Gwen, opened up about Gus' condition. "Like so many American families, it took us time to figure out how to make sure we did everything we could to make sure Gus would be set up for success as he was growing up," they told People about their son's struggle with ADHD and anxiety.

"It took time, but what became so immediately clear to us was that Gus’ condition is not a setback — it’s his secret power," they added.

Internet furious after Ann Coulter calls Gus Walz 'weird'

Netizens expressed their disgust over Ann Coulter's dig at Tim Walz's son Gus. The 17-year-old broke down in tears while the Democratic vice presidential nominee took to the DNC stage.

One user slammed Coulter, "She’s never had a child who loves her so she’s incapable of understanding this emotion," and another felt, "Let them talk. It will help bring moderates and undecided to their extremist camp 😎."

"They’re used to Don Jr. showing up all coked up. This is weird to them," wrote one, and someone else jibed at the political commentator, "I think she’s just a weirdo. Who doesn’t melt when they see a kid who adores his father?"

"Gus is neurodivergent, with symptoms like ADHD and other related conditions. When someone calls him ‘weird,’ it’s not just insensitive—it’s downright disgusting. I’m furious about this—it’s just not right," a user shared. "Proud son, nothing wrong with that," remarked another individual.

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