Trump Gets Major And Unexpected Campaign Boost

Former President Donald Trump’s legal expenses have recently seen a notable reduction, potentially boosting his presidential campaign’s financial resources. In June, Trump’s Save America PAC disbursed $827,000 to legal representatives, marking the first time in two years that the monthly expenditure fell below $1 million, according to Axios.

Since January 2022, the PAC has invested over $83 million in legal fees, as documented by the Federal Election Commission. Heading into the 2024 election cycle, Trump faces the prospect of four separate criminal trials. Although he was convicted in New York for falsifying records related to payments made to an adult film star before the 2016 election, the case involving mishandled classified documents was dismissed by a judge. Trials related to allegations of attempting to overturn the 2020 election, both nationally and in Georgia, are unlikely to commence before the November election.

With these legal battles winding down, the funds previously allocated for legal defense are now available for Trump’s campaign efforts. As the campaign enters a crucial stage, reallocating these resources can significantly impact the race. Even though the reduction in legal fees may seem modest compared to the overall campaign budget, every dollar is critical in a highly competitive election.

GOP strategist Alex Conant emphasized the importance of this financial shift, noting that any money freed from legal expenses could be redirected to campaign organizers and other essential activities, which is crucial for a tight race.

Trump has also argued for reimbursement for the campaign funds spent against President Joe Biden, who suspended his reelection bid on July 21. In the wake of Biden’s departure, Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign reported raising $200 million and enlisting 170,000 new volunteers within a week of her candidacy announcement.

Trump’s campaign, meanwhile, reported raising $331 million in the second quarter of the year, surpassing the $264 million raised by Biden’s campaign and Democratic allies during the same period. As of the end of June, Trump’s campaign had $284.9 million in cash reserves, compared to the Democratic campaign’s $240 million.