Recently, the Trump campaign announced a major fundraising achievement, bringing in $50.5 million at an event in Florida. This event, hosted by former President Donald Trump at billionaire John Paulson’s house in Palm Beach, was described as the largest fundraising event of the election season so far. The funds raised will support the Save America fundraising group, which has been crucial in covering legal fees for Mr. Trump.
Despite challenges in attracting traditional Republican Party donors, Trump has maintained support from key contributors. At the event, Trump emphasized the desire for change among Americans, regardless of their wealth. There were rumors that billionaire Paulson could potentially serve as finance minister in a future Trump administration, if elected. Paulson emphasized the enthusiasm among attendees for Trump’s leadership.
During his speech at the event, Trump touched on various topics including the economy, the southern border with Mexico, and the need for unity within the Republican party. Comparisons were drawn to a recent Biden campaign event attended by former Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, where Trump’s fundraising success was seen as double that of Biden’s.
The Biden campaign’s spokesperson downplayed the success of Trump’s event, attributing the turnout of billionaires to tax incentives rather than genuine support. Acknowledging that they fell behind Biden’s fundraising total for the year, the Trump campaign continues to work towards closing
