Kamala Harris is reallocating $24.5 million to support candidates running for the Senate, House, and various state positions, as revealed by a source knowledgeable about the campaign’s strategy.
Vice President Kamala Harris who has invigorated Democratic donors since she became the leading figure on her party’s ticket
, is reallocating $24.5 million to support candidates in Senate, House, and state elections, as reported by an individual knowledgeable about the campaign’s strategies.
The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee and the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee are set to receive $10 million each. While both legislative chambers are closely divided, the party encounters a significantly more challenging situation in the Senate. In the absence of a congressional majority, the administration led by Harris would find it difficult to implement its agenda.
Besides focusing on Congress, Harris is also turning her attention to state-level elections. Her campaign, along with the Democratic National Committee, plans to allocate $2.5 million to assist candidates running for state legislatures and an additional $2 million to support gubernatorial and attorney general campaigns.
Jen O’Malley Dillon, chairwoman of Harris’ campaign, stated that the Vice President is of the opinion that this election is focused on engaging the entire nation across all levels of competition.
The recent cash infusions represent the most recent indication of the fundraising momentum that Harris has generated. Following President Joe Biden’s exit from the race and leading up to the Democratic National Convention, she successfully raised $540 million. Harris set a new record for the highest amount of funds collected within a single 24-hour period after Biden’s withdrawal, and she experienced a notable increase in donations associated with her choice of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate, as well as their joint appearances at the convention.
Although the primary objective for both parties in November is to secure the White House, there is a growing emphasis on the congressional races.
The Republican Party has a significant opportunity to secure a majority in the Senate, currently holding 49 seats and requiring the acquisition of two additional seats. According to the Cook Political Report, the GOP is only defending 11 seats, none of which are considered competitive.
The Democratic Party is facing the potential loss of the West Virginia seat currently occupied by retiring Senator Joe Manchin, while simultaneously defending 22 additional seats, several of which are expected to be highly competitive. According to Cook, the states of Michigan, Montana, and Ohio, all presently represented by Democrats, are categorized as “toss ups.”
In the House of Representatives, a majority requires 218 seats. Currently, the Republican Party occupies 220 seats, while the Democratic Party holds 212, leaving three seats unfilled. According to Cook, there are 11 seats held by each party classified as toss-ups, indicating that both parties have viable opportunities to achieve a majority in the upcoming November elections.
During presidential election years, it is customary for national party committees to provide assistance to candidates running for congressional and state offices. In July, the Democratic National Committee allocated $15 million to Democratic state parties located in key presidential battlegrounds. Additionally, it contributed $2 million to its affiliates in various other states.
Neither Vice President Kamala Harris nor former President Donald Trump has disclosed their August fundraising totals, leaving analysts and supporters anxious. Fundraising amounts are key indicators of a candidate’s campaign strength, and the anticipation is heightened by the competitive election cycle, where financial resources significantly impact strategies and outreach. The release of these figures is expected to provide valuable insights into their campaign dynamics and public support.