How Tim Walz went from NRA-endorsed to a gun-control advocate

Tim Walz, the governor of Minnesota, experienced a notable shift in his stance on gun control throughout his political career. As an elected official from a largely rural district, Walz was originally endorsed by the National Rifle Association (NRA) and had an “A” rating from the organization, reflecting his support for gun rights.

However, a series of high-profile mass shootings across the United States caused Walz to reevaluate his stance. The turning point was reportedly the 2012 mass shooting at