Kamala Harris' Campaign Raises Record-Breaking $540 Million in Just Over a Month

Kamala Harris has achieved a historic fundraising record by raising $540 million in a bit over a month since declaring her candidacy for U.S. president. The Democratic National Convention spurred donations, raising $82 million during the event. Harris' campaign is now focusing on Georgia, key for the upcoming election.

Democrat Kamala Harris has raised an unprecedented $540 million in just over a month since beginning her campaign for U.S. president. The surge in donations, particularly during the Democratic National Convention, has painted a picture of growing Democratic enthusiasm for her candidacy, according to her campaign on Sunday.

A memo from Harris' campaign manager, Jen O'Malley Dillon, revealed that $82 million of the total came in during convention week, making this the most successful fundraising effort for any presidential campaign in such a short time.

Harris, who became a candidate on July 21 after President Joe Biden withdrew amid intra-party concerns about his cognitive abilities, has gained momentum and put former President Donald Trump on the defensive. This week, Harris and her vice-presidential candidate, Tim Walz, kick off a bus tour in Georgia to drum up support in the crucial state ahead of the November 5 election.

(With inputs from agencies.)