Washington: Kamala Harris has raised a remarkable $540 million since launching her presidential campaign just over a month ago, with $82 million coming in during the Democratic National Convention. This achievement represents the highest fundraising total for any presidential campaign within such a brief period, highlighting strong Democratic support.
Harris entered the presidential race on July 21 after President Joe Biden withdrew amid concerns about his cognitive fitness following a public error during a debate with Republican Donald Trump. Her campaign has gained significant momentum, increasing pressure on Trump, who has struggled to maintain his media presence.
Harris, alongside her vice-presidential running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, is concentrating efforts on Georgia, a crucial battleground state for the November 5 election. They are undertaking a bus tour through the state, with the campaign ending in a rally in Savannah, although Walz will depart before the event.
This news comes as Trump works to repair his relationship with Georgia’s Republican Governor, Brian Kemp, who endorsed Trump last Thursday after an earlier conflict. Harris’ strong fundraising and strategic focus on Georgia are key as she aims to secure the Democratic vote in this vital state.
