Trump Rallies $43M in Palm Beach Fundraiser Amid Legal Woes
April 8, 2024
Former President Donald Trump raised over $43 million at a Palm Beach fundraiser for his 2024 campaign.
The event, hosted by billionaire John Paulson, also directed funds to Trump's legal expenses.
Trump's fundraiser is part of an effort to compete with President Joe Biden's fundraising lead.
The Trump 47 Committee is soliciting donations up to $814,600 per person across Trump's campaign, Save America, and the RNC.
Despite high fundraising numbers, Trump's campaign acknowledges it won't match Biden's totals for the year.
Trump, currently charged in four criminal cases and having posted a $175 million bond, faces financial pressure with legal costs.
Summary based on 15 sources
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Sources
The New York Times • Apr 7, 2024
Trump Fund-Raiser Rakes In More Than $50.5 Million, Campaign Says
Insider • Apr 7, 2024
Trump raises over $50 million during Palm Beach fundraiser
USA TODAY • Apr 6, 2024
Trump expected to raise $43 million at Palm Beach fundraiser
Yahoo Finance • Apr 7, 2024
Trump campaign says it raised more than $50 million at Saturday fundraiser