Howard Kurtz says Ann Coulter 'should be in prison' for mocking Tim Walz’s son Gus at DNC

Ann Coulter had ridiculed Gus Walz’s tears during his father's acceptance speech at the DNC, labeling his emotional display as 'weird'
UPDATED AUG 26, 2024
Howard Kurtz controversially suggested that Ann Coulter 'should be in prison' for mocking Gus Walz’s emotional response during his father’s Democratic National Convention keynote speech (FoxNews/FoxNews)
Howard Kurtz controversially suggested that Ann Coulter 'should be in prison' for mocking Gus Walz’s emotional response during his father’s Democratic National Convention keynote speech (FoxNews/FoxNews)

WASHINGTON, DC: In a recent Fox News panel discussion, host Howard Kurtz suggested that conservative commentator Ann Coulter "should be in prison" for mocking Gus Walz, the son of Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz, for his emotional response to his DNC speech.

Coulter had ridiculed Gus Walz’s tears during his father's acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention (DNC), labeling his emotional display as "weird."

Controversy erupts over Ann Coulter's mockery of Tim Walz’s emotional moment

Ann Coulter’s comments sparked significant controversy as she labeled Gus Walz’s tears during his father's acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) as “weird” and ridiculed the emotional moment.

In response, Howard Kurtz defended the authenticity of the display, stating, “I should mention before we go to break that Tim Walz’s son, who started crying, this was an emotional moment when his dad got up there. Whether you like the governor of Minnesota or not, that was really something. Anybody criticizing that, we have a picture of that, I think, should be in prison.”

Kurtz also criticized other aspects of the DNC, accusing Democrats of “political theft” regarding the use of American flags at the convention. He remarked, “There is a lot of political theft that was going on... Fortunately, that's not an offense for which anybody can be put in jail on both sides.”



 

Tim Walz delivers impactful keynote speech at DNC

According to the Guardian, Tim Walz, the Governor of Minnesota, delivered a pivotal keynote address at the DNC, a moment charged with significance as he accepted the vice presidential nomination.

His speech, marked by a blend of humility and passion, drew on his experiences as a high school football coach and his deep connection with his family.


CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 21: Democratic vice presidential candidate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks on stage during the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 21, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are in Chicago for the convention, concluding with current Vice President Kamala Harris accepting her party's presidential nomination. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Tim Walz's speech, marked by a blend of humility and passion, drew on his experiences as a high school football coach and his deep connection with his family (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Walz’s oration was a high-stakes moment, as he said, “You might not know it, but I haven’t given a lot of big speeches like this.” Despite his understated approach, the address was anything but modest.

“It’s the fourth quarter,” he declared, invoking the spirit of sports to rally the crowd, “We’re down a field goal. But we’re on offense and we’ve got the ball. We’re driving down the field. And, boy, do we have the right team.”

Gus Walz steals the spotlight with emotional display of pride

The highlight of the evening was Tim Walz's son, Gus, whose heartfelt display of emotion captivated many viewers. During his father's speech, Gus was visibly moved, shedding tears of pride and joy.

Tim Walz's son Gus Walz teared up hearing his father's DNC speech as he sat alongside his mother, Gwen Walz, and sister Hope Walz (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Tim Walz's son, Gus Walz, teared up while listening to his father's DNC speech, sitting alongside his mother, Gwen Walz, and sister, Hope Walz (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

His emotional response was evident as he stood up and shouted, “I love you!” in return to his father on stage. As Walz shared personal anecdotes, including fertility struggles with his wife, Gus sat silently, with his mother’s arm around him.

When Walz concluded his speech, Gus’s tears gave way to a powerful display of familial affection as he charged the stage, embraced his father, and enthusiastically patted his back.

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