Kamala Harris’s campaign racked up an astonishing $1.37 billion in expenses, overshooting its budget by $370 million, and spending over $580 million on staff. Despite raising a significant amount, Harris’s campaign illustrates a spending style some say reflects how she might govern.
In sharp contrast, Donald Trump’s campaign raised $381 million and spent only $345 million. Notably, Trump allocated about $10 million to staff, a fraction of Harris’s outlay, and secured a decisive victory with a leaner, cost-effective approach.
Reports also reveal that Harris paid Oprah Winfrey $1 million in a bid to gain support—a move that ultimately failed. These numbers reveal a stark divide in campaign management philosophies, raising questions about financial stewardship and priorities.
It's far worse than I thought. Kamala overran her budget of $1 billion by an astounding $370 million. Meanwhile Trump spent $1 billion less than her.
Running their campaigns exactly how they would have run the government. We dodged a bullet here. t.co/lcG2LD0Tpf pic.twitter.com/FLFhec0V6l
— Financelot (@FinanceLancelot) November 10, 2024
Harris paid Oprah $1 million in failed bid to help campaign: report t.co/8RUACm1592
— Rob Schneider (@RobSchneider) November 11, 2024
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Great summary of MSNBC coverage on election night as the reality sinks in.
Condensed into 8 wonderful minutes.
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— Wall Street Silver (@WallStreetSilv) November 10, 2024
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