Hope Walz, the daughter of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and a candidate for the 2024 vice presidency, expressed her concerns in a TikTok video regarding the online abuse her family has faced following remarks made by former President Donald Trump. In the video, which has since been deleted, she stated that Trump's use of a slur for individuals with disabilities directed at her father has resulted in a surge of offensive language aimed at her family, particularly her brother, who has a nonverbal learning disorder.

Walz emphasized the negative impact of such language, stating, "You can call me whatever you want, you can call my dad, my mom, when it’s Gus, f*** to the no," referring to her brother. She also noted that the derogatory comments have led to harassment from Trump’s supporters, who have reportedly shouted the slur while passing by their home.

In a separate, still-available video, Hope Walz addressed the broader implications of Trump's rhetoric, expressing sadness over the need for him and his family to demean others to elevate themselves. She stated, "My family and I will always be richer than yours because we don’t find joy in this."

Trump's comments, which included calling Governor Walz "seriously r*******" during a critique of the Democrat and Minnesota's Somali-American population, have drawn significant backlash. In response, Trump defended his remarks, suggesting that there is something wrong with Governor Walz.

Governor Tim Walz, a former educator, has publicly condemned Trump's language, describing it as a reflection of Trump's "cruelness" and highlighting the damaging effects of such terminology. He remarked that Trump has normalized hateful behavior and language, which he believes serves as a distraction from more pressing issues. Throughout the campaign, members of the MAGA movement have also targeted both Governor Walz and his son, who has been noted for his emotional response during the vice presidential nomination acceptance.