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People Like Harris: Fundraising, Favorability Soar
By Staff Illustrative Storyteller · July 28, 2024

Fantastic First Week
Kamala Harris’s campaign raised $200 million in its first week, signaling strong initial support. Gage Skidmore/Flickr;Canva
New Volunteer Surge
The campaign signed up 170,000 new volunteers within the same period. Canva
New Donor Contributions
66% of the $200 million raised came from new donors, highlighting broadening support. Canva
Addition to Biden’s Funds
The funds add to the disputed $95 million transferred from Biden’s campaign. slgckgc/Flickr
Trump’s Complaint
Donald Trump filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission regarding the fund transfer from Biden’s campaign. Gage Skidmore/Flickr
Immediate Endorsements
Harris secured enough delegate endorsements to win the Democratic nomination the day after Biden's withdrawal. Gage Skidmore/Flickr;Canva
Biden’s Support
President Joe Biden withdrew from the race and endorsed Harris, boosting her campaign. US Government/Rawpixel
Statement of Commitment
Harris expressed pride in earning the nomination and the support from her home state, California. Gage Skidmore/Flickr
Democratic National Convention
The Democratic National Convention, where Harris will formally accept the nomination, is scheduled for August 19-22. Gage Skidmore/Flickr;Canva