Netizens mocked Tim Walz as “uncomfortable,” fast-talking and unable to wave his hands in the air as he’s been wont to do on the campaign trail.
“Walz is so uncomfortable it’s hard to watch,” Meghan McCain posted on X.
“Walz is talking like he’s listing the side effects of a heart drug,” added Rolling Stone contributing writer Noah Schachtman.
“Tim Walz not being able to flail around like an inflatable car wash tube man for five minutes tonight,” snarked Spectator contributing editor Stephen L. Miller.
The betting markets on Walz winning the debate also cratered shortly after its start.