Kamala Harris’ campaign raised $81 million in one day after Biden left race.
Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign has had an explosive start, surpassing all expectations by raking in an impressive $81 million in the first 24 hours after President Biden decided not to seek reelection and Harris announced her own candidacy for the Democratic presidential nomination. This extraordinary fundraising accomplishment encompasses contributions from Harris’ campaign, the Democratic National Committee, as well as joint fundraising committees, highlighting the significant financial edge the vice president holds over potential rivals in the race. In fact, Team Harris proudly declared that this fundraising blitz represents the largest amount ever raised in a single day in presidential history.
According to the campaign, over 888,000 grassroots donors contributed within that 24-hour period, with 60% of them making their first donation for the 2024 election cycle. An event hosted by the organization “Win with Black Women” alone brought in $1.6 million, further demonstrating the broad support base that Vice President Harris enjoys.
Kevin Munoz, spokesperson for Harris’ campaign, expressed his delight at the overwhelming show of support, emphasizing the vital role grassroots energy plays in securing electoral victory. He noted, “Already, we are seeing a broad and diverse coalition come together to support our critical work of talking to the voters that will decide this election,” attributing the success to a groundswell of backing for Harris.
Following President Biden’s announcement to bow out of the 2024 race and endorse Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Harris officially launched her campaign. She wasted no time in garnering widespread support from prominent figures within the party, with high-profile Democrats like Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, and California Governor Gavin Newsom swiftly throwing their weight behind her candidacy.
The decision of President Biden to step aside came after numerous Democrats urged him to do so post his lackluster debate performance in late June. Concerns were raised about his ability to secure a second term and effectively challenge the Republican presidential nominee in the upcoming election. Subsequently, the Biden campaign expedited the process by filing paperwork with the Federal Election Commission to rename itself as “Harris for President.”
As the political landscape continues to shift and evolve, Vice President Harris stands at the forefront, galvanizing support and defining the future of the Democratic Party. With a monumental fundraising success and a growing coalition of backers, Harris is poised to make significant strides in the race for the White House. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting and pivotal chapter in American politics.
