Trump’s Fundraising Event Raises $50.5 Million
Saturday’s mega fundraising event hosted about 100 guests, including more than a few billionaires. Notably, the fundraising arrangement doesn’t direct the funds to Trump’s mounting legal bills.
Event Details
- Former US President Donald Trump’s campaign raised $50.5 million on Saturday as he aims to catch up with President Joe Biden’s fundraising successes.
- The event, titled “Inaugural Leadership Dinner,” was meant to signal a resurgence of Donald Trump and the Republican Party’s fundraising efforts.
Trump’s Reaction
Trump reacted to the fundraising success before the event, expressing his enthusiasm for the support received.
Fundraising Figures
- Trump and the Republican Party raised over $65.6 million in March and closed out the month with $93.1 million.
- Biden and the Democrats raised more than $90 million last month and had $192 million-plus on hand.
Comparison with Biden’s Fundraising
While Trump celebrated the fundraising success, Democrats highlighted Biden’s efforts in connecting with voters and outlining his economic vision.
Guest Contributions
Guests were asked to contribute $814,600 per person as a “chairman” contributor or $250,000 per person as a “host committee” contributor, with additional benefits included.
