Kamala Harris campaign for Presidential election came to a dramatic close with a debt of over $20 million,
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});Despite raising an impressive $1 billion. Reports reveal that the Kamala Harris campaign, led by campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon, invested heavily in celebrity concerts and high profile events. Performers like Katy Perry, Lizzo, Eminem, and Bruce Springsteen performed at Harris’s Campaign rallies, but some people wonder if this star focused approach actually hurt her chances rather than helping her win support.
Kamala Harris Campaign Spending
The spending decisions by O’Malley Dillon like focusing on celebrity events, reportedly hurt other important campaign efforts like social media, grassroots outreach, and connecting with voters As one campaign staffer pointed out, the focus on star studded events may have detracted from Harris’s ability to connect with potential voters in a genuine way.
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});Big name celebrities brought attention to Kamala Harris campaign, but they didn’t attract the strong voter support she needed, especially against Trump’s loyal base. Some reports suggest that many famous endorsements for Harris were driven more by money than by true support for her ideas.
A campaign team member shared concerns that Harris’s campaign didn’t run independently but instead followed the strategies of Joe Biden’s team. According to insiders, campaign staff found it challenging to work with O’Malley Dillon, whose approach to managing finances and priorities was labeled “obnoxious” by some. As a result, several campaign workers are still awaiting overdue payments, raising questions about the campaign’s overall financial management.
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});The heavy spending on entertainment, combined with a less focused outreach strategy, may have left many Harris supporters feeling disconnected from her campaign. Reports indicate that for some events, supporters were even bussed in from other states, adding more financial strain to the campaign budget.
One standout example came as MAGA Inc. began investigating Harris’s media spending, that there were suspicious transactions. According to Kaelan Dorr, a MAGA Inc. representative, Harris’s campaign had to make multiple payments on the same day to cover expenses, suggesting cash flow issues. MAGA Inc.’s scrutiny into these transactions raised additional questions about the campaign’s financial oversight.
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A Campaign Debt and Unpaid Staff
As the Trump Vs Kamala Harris campaign closed, Rob Flaherty, Harris’s deputy campaign manager, began “shopping around” the campaign’s email list to raise funds to cover the $20 million debt. The fundraising list is now reportedly being offered to other campaigns and outside groups to help recover the shortfall.
The lack of financial stability has impacted campaign workers, with some stating that they still await payments owed to them. One group in Georgia reportedly had to lay off 100 people due to funding issues. The financial strain and unpaid staff have brought a sense of disappointment and frustration to those who joined the campaign with hopes of supporting a winning ticket.
The Public’s Perspective
For many, Kamala Harris campaign has raised concerns about her approach to financial management, which some say reflects poorly on her leadership skills. Critics have questioned whether Harris, facing a large deficit, could effectively manage the country’s economy. In the end, Kamala Harris campaign showcases a costly lesson in campaign spending.
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