Tim Walz's Son, Who Has Learning Disorder, Star At Democrat Event

Seventeen-year-old Gus, who is neurodivergent and has ADHD, was overcome with emotion as he watched his father take the stage.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's son, Gus, stole the spotlight today as his father accepted the vice presidential nomination at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Seventeen-year-old Gus, who is neurodivergent and has ADHD, was overcome with emotion as he watched his father take the stage. With tears streaming down his face, Gus stood up and proudly pointed at his dad, exclaiming, "That's my dad!" Tim Walz's son just ripped my heart RIGHT OUT OF MY CHEST GEEZUS 😭 pic.twitter.com/dqP7I5MtN9

The crowd was visibly moved by the heartfelt display, and social media quickly filled with praise for the Walz family's authenticity.

Gus's sister, Hope, also showed her support, making a heart symbol with her hands and mouthing "love you" to her father as he took the stage.