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VP pick Walz to visit RI on Thursday for campaign fundraiser

By Raymond BaccariKate Wilkinson,

7 days ago

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The date for Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz’s visit to Rhode Island for a campaign fundraiser is set.

R.I. Democratic Party Chair Liza Beretta-Perik told 12 News that Walz will be coming to the state on Thursday.

The fundraiser is taking place during the mid to late afternoon, Beretta-Perik said, with additional details to be decided.

News of this visit emerged on Wednesday after an invitation obtained by 12 News indicated the Minnesota governor was expected to be in Newport on Friday, Aug. 16.

An updated invitation shows those in the fundraiser’s host committee include Gov. Dan McKee, House Speaker Joe Shekarchi, former gubernatorial candidate Helena Foulkes and the congressional delegation.

Organizers said last week they hope to raise $500,000 for Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign.

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