Staff Reports
In a classic example of turning a bad situation into a fundraising opportunity, Donald Trump managed to raise over seven million dollars after he was arrested for allegedly scheming to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. The former president was booked at the Fulton County Jail, and this was his mug shot, making him the first sitting US president to have one taken.
The campaign of Donald Trump raised over four million dollars on Friday. It was their biggest day of fundraising so far. It shows that his supporters are willing to give to his cause.
Despite the multiple legal issues that he has been facing, Trump's standing in the Republican primary continues to be strong. According to recent polls, he has maintained a steady lead over his rivals, winning by a margin of around 30 to 50 points.
The record haul underscores how Trump’s legal woes have been a fundraising boon for his campaign. https://t.co/7ORR43MlP5
— WFAA (@wfaa) August 28, 2023
Trump described his experience as terrible and uncomfortable, and his campaign quickly used the mug shot as an opportunity to capitalize on it. Before he went back to New Jersey, his team used the image on social media to raise money.
The response was overwhelming, with many people donating or purchasing merchandise with the mug shot. The campaign's total fundraising over the last three weeks has reached almost $20 million.
It is noteworthy that Trump's legal problems have caused his political organization to spend a considerable amount of money on lawyers. According to reports, his various political committees have spent over $59.2 million on over a hundred legal firms and lawyers.
Despite the legal issues that he is facing, Trump's ability to raise funds for his campaign is still impressive. His supporters are still willing to give him their support.
