Kamala Harris' Historic Fundraising Haul Signals Strong Start to Presidential Bid

Vice President Harris has raised a record-breaking $81 million in just 24 hours since President Biden endorsed her as the Democratic presidential nominee, demonstrating the strong grassroots support for her candidacy.

Vice President Kamala Harris has made a remarkable start to her presidential campaign, raising an unprecedented $81 million in just 24 hours after President Biden endorsed her as the Democratic nominee. The historic fundraising haul, which includes contributions from over 888,000 donors, is the largest 24-hour raise in presidential history and signals strong support for Harris's candidacy.

The Harris campaign boasted that 60% of the donors during the 24-hour period were first-time contributors to the 2024 election cycle, and that 43,000 signed up for recurring donations. This demonstrates the widespread support for Harris among grassroots activists and a growing coalition of voters.

Kamala Harris' Historic Fundraising Haul Signals Strong Start to Presidential Bid

However, the campaign did not provide a breakdown of what percentage of the $81 million was raised from small-dollar donations or top-dollar donors. The haul includes contributions from the campaign itself, the Democratic National Committee (DNC), and joint fundraising committees.

Harris's impressive fundraising success comes as the Democratic Party quickly coalesces behind her as their presidential nominee. Biden's endorsement, immediately following his own campaign suspension, has ignited a wave of endorsements from Democratic governors, senators, House members, and other party leaders.

Kamala Harris' Historic Fundraising Haul Signals Strong Start to Presidential Bid

This surge in support for Harris follows Biden's disastrous debate performance last month, which raised questions about his mental and physical ability to serve another four years in the White House. Amid mounting pressure from within the Democratic Party, Biden suspended his campaign on Sunday.

The $81 million raised by Harris in 24 hours will help replenish the Biden campaign war chest, which had been depleted as fundraising started to dwindle. Harris's supporters believe that her record of accomplishments and her vision for the American people will resonate with voters and pose a formidable challenge to former President Trump.

Kamala Harris' Historic Fundraising Haul Signals Strong Start to Presidential Bid

In a statement, campaign spokesperson Kevin Munoz said, "There is a groundswell behind Kamala Harris, and Donald Trump is terrified because he knows his divisive, unpopular agenda can't stand up to the Vice President's record and vision for the American people."

Harris's campaign is now focused on building a broad and diverse coalition of voters to support her candidacy. The vice president is expected to travel extensively in the coming months, meeting with voters and delivering speeches to rally support for her vision of a more just and equitable America.

Kamala Harris' Historic Fundraising Haul Signals Strong Start to Presidential Bid

With the Democratic nomination seemingly secured, Harris now faces the formidable challenge of defeating former President Trump in the 2024 general election. The race promises to be fiercely contested, with both candidates vying for the votes of a politically divided nation.