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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

Rising Favorability

Harris’s favorability rating increased from 35% to 43% in the past week, according to an ABC News/Ipsos poll.  Canva