Los Angeles, California – The Biden campaign made a significant fundraising push, amassing $28 million ahead of a star-studded event in Los Angeles. The fundraiser featured Hollywood heavyweights George Clooney, Julia Roberts, Jimmy Kimmel, and former President Barack Obama. This substantial amount exceeded the $25 million raised during a previous fundraiser in New York, where Presidents Biden, Obama, and Bill Clinton were in attendance.
With the presidential race between Biden and Donald Trump in a deadlock, the Biden campaign aims to showcase enthusiasm through its fundraising efforts. Although Trump has been narrowing the fundraising gap in recent weeks, Biden’s financial advantage remains noticeable.
The campaign touted Saturday night’s event in Los Angeles as the largest Democratic fundraiser in history, echoing a similar sentiment from the New York fundraiser. The event was not only a financial success but also a symbol of the strong support for Biden and Harris leading up to the crucial November election.
Jeffrey Katzenberg, a co-chair for the Biden campaign, emphasized the unparalleled turnout from the media and entertainment industry, underlining the urgency and significance of this election. The event’s program included a discussion led by Jimmy Kimmel with Obama and Biden, focusing on key issues like healthcare and policy initiatives.
Despite Trump’s attempts to catch up financially, a considerable portion of his fundraising has been redirected to cover legal expenses related to ongoing legal battles. This diversion of funds has not gone unnoticed, as the financial disparity between the two campaigns continues to grow.
The Hollywood fundraiser served as a platform for impassioned discussions, with George Clooney expressing concerns to a White House adviser about certain foreign policy stances taken by the administration. Clooney’s advocacy for his wife’s work on international matters shed light on the complexities within Biden’s campaign and its alignment with various global issues.
The funds raised at the Los Angeles event will be instrumental in bolstering campaign efforts, including the establishment of offices nationwide, recruitment of organizers, and targeted advertising campaigns. This financial backing will be crucial in reaching and engaging key voter demographics in the upcoming election.
Saturday’s event marked the culmination of a hectic travel schedule for President Biden, who recently attended the G7 summit in Italy and commemorated the 80th anniversary of D-Day in France. Amidst his travels, Biden also made time to support his son Hunter facing legal challenges, showcasing the president’s commitment to family alongside his campaign responsibilities.