Kamala Harris' campaign says it raised more than $100 million since launching after Biden dropped out
Vice President Harris' presidential campaign said the contributions came from more than 1.1 million unique donors and 62% were first-time donors.
Washington — After President Biden's announcement that he would not seek re-election and his subsequent endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris, her presidential campaign gained significant momentum. By Monday evening, Harris had secured the support of at least 27 state delegations, surpassing the majority of Democratic delegates needed to clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. This show of support sets the stage for a virtual roll call early next month, where these delegations are expected to officially nominate Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
The Harris campaign's fundraising efforts have been remarkably successful. Between Sunday afternoon and Monday evening, the campaign brought in over $100 million, following an already impressive 24-hour haul of $81 million after Mr. Biden's withdrawal. This eye-popping sum, raised across Harris' campaign, the Democratic National Committee, and joint fundraising committees, highlights the vice president's substantial financial advantage over any potential Democratic challengers.
The campaign's financial success is not limited to large donors. More than 888,000 grassroots donors contributed within that 24-hour span, with 60% making their first contribution of the 2024 election cycle. A single call hosted by "Win with Black Women" brought in $1.6 million. In total, the $100 million milestone was achieved thanks to over 1.1 million unique donors, with 62% being first-time donors.
Kevin Munoz, a spokesperson for the Harris campaign, attributed this success to the "historic outpouring of support" for the vice president, reflecting the grassroots energy that wins elections. He also noted the diverse coalition that has formed to support Harris, indicating broad appeal. Munoz emphasized the "groundswell" of enthusiasm for Harris's candidacy.
The vice president's official campaign launch on Sunday came just hours after Mr. Biden's announcement that he would not seek a second term. The swift endorsement from the president was followed by a wave of support from other high-profile Democrats, including rising stars in the party once considered possible successors to Mr. Biden, such as Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, and California Gov. Gavin Newsom. The Biden campaign quickly rebranded itself as "Harris for President" with the Federal Election Commission.
President Biden's decision to step aside followed concerns raised by dozens of Democrats after his disappointing debate performance in June. Many questioned his fitness for a second term and his ability to defeat the Republican nominee, Donald Trump, in the November election. In comparison, Trump's campaign reported raising $331 million in Q2, outpacing the Biden campaign's $264 million during the same period.
The Democratic Party now stands united behind Vice President Harris, confident in her ability to lead the party into the 2024 election and beyond.
The Harris campaign's fundraising efforts have been remarkably successful. Between Sunday afternoon and Monday evening, the campaign brought in over $100 million, following an already impressive 24-hour haul of $81 million after Mr. Biden's withdrawal. This eye-popping sum, raised across Harris' campaign, the Democratic National Committee, and joint fundraising committees, highlights the vice president's substantial financial advantage over any potential Democratic challengers.
The campaign's financial success is not limited to large donors. More than 888,000 grassroots donors contributed within that 24-hour span, with 60% making their first contribution of the 2024 election cycle. A single call hosted by "Win with Black Women" brought in $1.6 million. In total, the $100 million milestone was achieved thanks to over 1.1 million unique donors, with 62% being first-time donors.
Kevin Munoz, a spokesperson for the Harris campaign, attributed this success to the "historic outpouring of support" for the vice president, reflecting the grassroots energy that wins elections. He also noted the diverse coalition that has formed to support Harris, indicating broad appeal. Munoz emphasized the "groundswell" of enthusiasm for Harris's candidacy.
The vice president's official campaign launch on Sunday came just hours after Mr. Biden's announcement that he would not seek a second term. The swift endorsement from the president was followed by a wave of support from other high-profile Democrats, including rising stars in the party once considered possible successors to Mr. Biden, such as Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, and California Gov. Gavin Newsom. The Biden campaign quickly rebranded itself as "Harris for President" with the Federal Election Commission.
President Biden's decision to step aside followed concerns raised by dozens of Democrats after his disappointing debate performance in June. Many questioned his fitness for a second term and his ability to defeat the Republican nominee, Donald Trump, in the November election. In comparison, Trump's campaign reported raising $331 million in Q2, outpacing the Biden campaign's $264 million during the same period.
The Democratic Party now stands united behind Vice President Harris, confident in her ability to lead the party into the 2024 election and beyond.