In a significant development, former President Donald Trump's campaign reported a notable increase in its fundraising efforts during September.

The Trump's campaign raised over $160 million in September, marking an increase over August's totals, although it still trails the impressive fundraising figures posted by Vice President Kamala Harris in August, as Fox News reports.

Rising from a previous total of $130 million in August, Trump's campaign garnered over $160 million in September. This fundraising boost demonstrates the returning vigor of the Trump campaign as it approaches the 2024 election.

Trump's September Fundraising Figures Soar

In comparison, however, Harris's campaign reported substantial fundraising figures in August, securing $361 million, which nearly tripled Trump's numbers for that month. As of yet, Harris's team has not disclosed its fundraising total for September.

Despite these considerable efforts in September, the Trump campaign's cash on hand saw a slight reduction, dropping from $295 million at the end of August to $283.1 million by the conclusion of September. This indicates ongoing expenditures alongside an influx of donations.

Meanwhile, Vice President Harris's last reported cash balance stood at $404 million, suggesting her campaign maintained a strong financial position as well.

Grassroots Support Fuels Trump's Campaign

A notable aspect of Trump's September fundraising success is the robust grassroots support it enjoyed. With an average donation of $60 and a staggering 96% of contributions being less than $200, the campaign's message found resonance across a broad national base.

The number of small-dollar donations is particularly remarkable, with nearly 2.5 million contributions under $200 made to the campaign in September. This surge indicates a widespread, albeit lower-dollar-amount support among Republican constituents.

Brian Hughes, a spokesperson for the Trump campaign, highlighted this grassroots momentum.

“In September, nearly 2.5 million donations under $200 were made,” Hughes noted. This data underscores the campaign's continuous effort to engage supporters nationwide.

Biden's Withdrawal Impacts Democratic Fundraising

Earlier in 2024, President Joe Biden and the Democratic National Committee (DNC) had been ahead in the fundraising race against Trump and the Republican National Committee (RNC). However, a shift occurred during the second quarter of the year when Trump and the RNC collected $331 million, surpassing Biden’s total of $264 million.

Nevertheless, Biden's momentum took a hit after a fundraising surge, attributed to a strong debate performance, waned by early July. This ultimately culminated in Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race on July 21.

With Biden stepping aside, Vice President Harris became the Democratic Party figurehead in the fundraising arena, her campaign swiftly capitalizing on the opportunity presented by Biden’s exit.

RNC Chair's Take on Campaign Resources

Despite the financial challenges posed by significant Democratic fundraising, Michael Whatley, RNC Chairman, expressed confidence in the Republicans' ability to compete financially. He acknowledged the prominence of the Democratic war chest, stating, "The Democrats have a ton of money. The Democrats always have a ton of money."

Whatley emphasized the Republicans' readiness to deliver their message and reach voters effectively. "We absolutely have the resources that we need to get our message out to all the voters that we're talking to," Whatley asserted.

Looking to the future, Whatley conveyed optimism regarding the Republican campaign's prospects. "We feel very comfortable that we're going to be able to see this campaign through, and we’re going to win on November 5," he concluded, highlighting the Republicans’ organizational readiness.

Key September Fundraising Considerations

In conclusion, Trump's campaign exhibited significant progress in fundraising this September, raising over $160 million with a strong base of small-dollar donors. Although still behind Harris's August totals, the campaign benefits from extensive grassroots support.

Biden's withdrawal reshaped the Democratic financial landscape, propelling Harris into a lead role. The Trump campaign maintains focus on sustaining its momentum heading into Election Day, and despite substantial Democratic resources, RNC Chair Whatley remains assured about Republican competitiveness in the upcoming election. The evolving dynamics of the race suggest a tightly contested race as November approaches.