A number of Republicans fired back on Tuesday after Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) claimed that he could “kick most of their ass.”
Walz made the assertions during a conversation with fellow Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA) for his new podcast after complaining about the fact that his own masculinity had been called into question during his bid for the vice presidency alongside running mate and former Vice President Kamala Harris in 2024.
Walz said that it was a mistake for Democrats to let Republicans define issues like masculinity before claiming that he could “kick most of their ass” and suggesting that they only attacked him because he “scared them a little bit” — but his critics made it clear in their responses that was not the case.
Knox County, Tennessee, Mayor Glenn Jacobs — perhaps better known by his WWE name Kane — posted several responses to Walz’s comments.
https://t.co/324MLTzBJH pic.twitter.com/O6JsAyWCTd
— Glenn Jacobs (@GlennJacobsTN) March 18, 2025
“LOL, the toxic masculinity is shocking!” he commented.
LOL, the toxic masculinity is shocking!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 https://t.co/324MLTzBJH
— Glenn Jacobs (@GlennJacobsTN) March 18, 2025
“What do you say, @PlanetTyrus? Me and you against the Blue State Buffoons–Mr. Hair Gel #2 and Coach Command Sergeant Major Guy?” Jacobs said next, adding, “Word is that @harryjsisson and @davidhogg111 want in. I’m shaking!”
Word is that @harryjsisson and @davidhogg111 want in. I'm shaking!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
— Glenn Jacobs (@GlennJacobsTN) March 18, 2025
Jacobs then veered into a series of AI-generated images, saying, “With that steely stare and chiseled physique, who wouldn’t be intimidated seeing this across the ring from you?”
With that steely stare and chiseled physique, who wouldn't be intimidated seeing this across the ring from you? https://t.co/324MLTzBJH pic.twitter.com/0DpCsog7bT
— Glenn Jacobs (@GlennJacobsTN) March 19, 2025
“In honor of our official state song, introducing Tim ‘Tennessee’ Walz. Who wants to do-si-do?” Jacobs added.
In honor of our official state song, introducing Tim "Tennessee" Walz. Who wants to do-si-do? pic.twitter.com/6Aok8WbyCt
— Glenn Jacobs (@GlennJacobsTN) March 19, 2025
Former NWA wrestler Tyrus also weighed in on Walz’s comments, adding, “He really said that …. @GovTimWalz I’m your huckleberry that’s just my game say when …”
He really said that …. @GovTimWalz I’m your huckleberry that’s just my game say when … https://t.co/CZ2JYQQ2Dx
— Tyrus (@PlanetTyrus) March 18, 2025
Trans-identifying former Olympian Caitlyn Jenner shot back, “I am more ‘masculine’ than this [clown emoji] Gov Walz.”
I am more ‘masculine’ than this 🤡 Gov Walz https://t.co/EjW2fU1hI7
— Caitlyn Jenner (@Caitlyn_Jenner) March 19, 2025
“I’m doubling down on Tim Walz. Let’s get in the ring for charity!” an Army combat veteran and Purple Heart recipient posted.
I’m doubling down on Tim Walz.
Let’s get in the ring for charity! pic.twitter.com/PyIcB6hDAz
— Steve 🇺🇸 (@SteveLovesAmmo) March 18, 2025
“Jazz hands former VP loser Tim Walz told Gavin Newsome (sic) that he…could ‘kick Trump supporter’s asses’ in a WWE match. Come at me bro,” another said.
Jazz hands former VP loser Tim Walz told Gavin Newsome that he he could ‘kick Trump supporter’s asses’ in a WWE match.
Come at me bro 😂 pic.twitter.com/n1L8qnkBOh
— Sara Rose 🇺🇸🌹 (@saras76) March 18, 2025
Republican strategist Andrew Surabian jabbed at Walz’s complicated relationship with the truth in his response, saying, “Some people may say that this is a particularly stupid comment because WWE isn’t real fighting, but In fairness to Tim Walz, WWE is closer to being real fighting than Timmy is to being a real combat veteran.”
Some people may say that this is a particularly stupid comment because WWE isn't real fighting, but In fairness to Tim Walz, WWE is closer to being real fighting than Timmy is to being a real combat veteran. https://t.co/eluNi3fb4S
— Andrew Surabian (@Surabees) March 18, 2025
“Dear Tim Walz, I’m a dyed in the wool Trump supporter. If your little fabulous ass thinks you can beat my ass, I’m your huckleberry. Ask Charles Barkley how it worked out for him. I don’t back down from anyone. Name the time and place. I’ll happily come and serve you a two piece, some biscuits, a full order of sides, and a complimentary drink. Super-sized. Let a brutha know. No hugs. Zeek,” Zeek Arkham added.
Dear Tim Walz,
I’m a dyed in the wool Trump supporter.
If your little fabulous ass thinks you can beat my ass, I’m your huckleberry.
Ask Charles Barkley how it worked out for him. I don’t back down from anyone.
Name the time and place. I’ll happily come and serve you a two… https://t.co/vdjfBlTSPX pic.twitter.com/17DjaFWEGy
— Zeek Arkham 🇺🇸 (@ZeekArkham) March 18, 2025
