Trump Super PAC Raises $70 Million: Because Nothing Says 'Electoral Victory' Like Endless Ads
In a twist that would make even the most seasoned political strategists do a double-take, the Trump Super PAC, Make America Great Again Inc. (MAGA Inc.), has raised nearly $70 million in May 2024. And what better way to celebrate this windfall than by planning a $100 million ad blitz across key battleground states? Forget subtle persuasion; nothing says "electoral victory" quite like a relentless barrage of ads.
To put these fundraising efforts in context, the combined efforts of the Trump campaign and the Republican National Committee totaled $141 million in May 2024 alone. This staggering figure conveniently coincides with Trump's recent guilty verdict on 34 felony counts. Evidently, legal troubles serve as an excellent fundraising pitch—at least when your name is Donald J. Trump.
With CEO Taylor Budowich at the helm, MAGA Inc. has set its sights on Pennsylvania, which Budowich describes as the "ballgame" in deciding the presidential election outcome. The PAC also plans substantial media buys in Georgia, calling it "the best gateway to the White House for President Trump." Presumably, voters in these states can look forward to seeing Trump's face more often than they see their own family members this summer.
Interestingly, despite the Democrats outspending MAGA Inc. in several battleground states since March 2024, Trump’s voter coalition remains staunchly loyal. You could say that their dedication is as unwavering as a Wi-Fi connection during a Netflix binge session.
MAGA Inc.'s ad campaign strategy also includes plans to compete for voters in Pennsylvania, Georgia, Nevada, and Arizona—states crucial for Trump's path to victory. This ambitious campaign aims not just to secure these states but also to siphon votes away from Black and Hispanic communities. Because, as the PAC might put it, "Why convince people to vote for you when you can convince them not to vote for the other guy?"
A memo from MAGA Inc. argues that Biden's and the Democrats' financial advantage has not had a significant impact on Trump's campaign. Clearly, the Super PAC follows the age-old adage: "It's not how much money you have; it's how many times you can repeat your message during the commercial break of American Idol."
In a show of support that rivals the enthusiasm of Black Friday shoppers, the Trump campaign and RNC raised nearly $53 million in the first 24 hours following Trump's guilty verdict. This brings new meaning to the phrase "bad publicity is still publicity."
And just when you thought the fundraising frenzy couldn't get any more frenzied, billionaire Miriam Adelson plans to bankroll another pro-Trump super PAC called Preserve America. With Miriam Adelson joining the fray, you can bet your bottom dollar—or rather, your tens of millions of dollars—that the ad blitz will only intensify.
So, the next time you find yourself muting the TV because you can't escape the incessant drumbeat of campaign ads, remember: in the world of political warfare, nothing says "We believe in democracy" quite like bombarding voters into submission. Happy voting, America! May the best blitz win.