In the latest scramble to set the narrative surrounding the Democratic ticket, the Republican Party and its media allies are struggling to rally around a cohesive attack against Tim Walz, the recently announced running mate of Kamala Harris. Right-wing media figures, eager to shape the public's perception of the Minnesota governor, have unleashed a barrage of criticism aimed at tarnishing his image just three months before Election Day.

Fox News, a staunch ally of the Republican Party, spearheaded the assault by devoting numerous segments to target Walz and question his character. Sean Hannity, a prominent host on the network, wasted no time in labeling Walz as the "most far-left governor in the United States". Hannity also made personal attacks, describing Walz as "pretty weird" and showcasing his apparent disapproval of the Democratic vice-presidential nominee's choice of running mate.

The attacks on Walz focused on several key allegations, including his handling of the Black Lives Matter protests in Minnesota. Right-wing media insinuated that Walz allowed the protests to escalate into riots and violence, painting him as being out of touch with the concerns of everyday Americans. Furthermore, baseless claims were made that the governor had been "groomed by the Chinese" due to his honeymoon trip to China.

Notably, the Republican-aligned media also attempted to manufacture controversy by suggesting that Walz was chosen over Josh Shapiro, the governor of Pennsylvania, simply because Shapiro is Jewish. Jeanine Pirro, a Fox News personality, made explicit reference to Shapiro's religion and even invoked the ongoing conflict in Gaza, insinuating that the Democratic ticket was pandering to a radical faction within the party.

These relentless attacks on Walz highlight the challenges facing the GOP in formulating a unified strategy against the Harris campaign. Since Harris assumed the Democratic vice-presidential candidacy in July, right-wing media has struggled to establish a cohesive narrative against her. Instead, a range of disparaging remarks, such as branding her as a "DEI" candidate or mocking her laughter, have been deployed.

However, the disjointed and disparate coverage from right-wing media on Tuesday indicates that President Trump and his allies are grappling with a significant hurdle in rallying around a clear and consistent strategy as the November election approaches. While Trump previously drew attention to Joe Biden's age and stamina, crafting a compelling narrative against his new Democratic rival has proved challenging.

With only 90 days remaining until Election Day, the disjointed nature of the Republican Party's media assault on Tim Walz suggests that the Trump campaign is facing an uphill battle in defining both him and Kamala Harris. As the clock ticks down, it remains to be seen whether the Republican Party will succeed in establishing a unified strategy and presenting a formidable challenge to the Democratic ticket.