Vice President Kamala Harris raised $310 million in July, doubling the amount that former President Donald Trump raised in that same period. Harris’ campaign officially launched on July 21, shortly after President Biden announced he would not seek reelection. The vice president raised over $200 million in the week following her campaign launch, bringing her total war chest to $377 million. The $310 million includes funds raised before her official campaign launch and represents a significant increase over Trump’s $139 million fundraising total for the month.
Since Biden’s decision not to run for reelection and Harris’ official bid for the White House, Democrats have seen a surge in enthusiasm. Harris has received endorsements from the president and other top Democrats, setting her up as a strong contender for the Democratic nomination. The campaign reported that July marked the best grassroots fundraising month in presidential campaign history, with two-thirds of the $310 million coming from first-time donors. The majority of donations were less than $200, with teachers and nurses being the most common occupations among campaign supporters.
Campaign manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez described the fundraising haul as “history-making” and emphasized the growing coalition of supporters rallying behind Harris. The campaign is mobilized and ready to work towards defeating Trump in November, with a strong grassroots base and record-breaking fundraising numbers. Trump’s July fundraising total of $139 million was likely boosted by support following an assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania, during which he was injured by a bullet striking his ear. The Republican National Convention also took place shortly after, where Trump officially accepted the party’s nomination and introduced his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance.
The competitive fundraising numbers between Harris and Trump underscore the intense battle for the White House in the upcoming election. Harris’ strong showing in July reflects a well-organized and supported campaign, with a diverse base of donors and endorsements from key Democratic figures. The vice president’s momentum and fundraising success position her as a formidable candidate heading into the campaign season. Trump’s fundraising total, while significant, may have been driven by specific events leading up to and immediately following July.
As the campaign heats up, both Harris and Trump will continue to vie for support and funding in the lead-up to the November election. Harris’ historic fundraising month sets a high bar for future fundraising efforts, signaling strong grassroots support for her candidacy. Trump’s campaign, despite lesser fundraising numbers in July, remains a formidable force with significant financial resources. The coming months will be critical as both candidates work to secure their party’s nomination and build momentum towards the general election. Ultimately, the fundraising numbers and support behind Harris and Trump will play a key role in determining the outcome of the presidential race.
