Super PACs Boost Trump's Campaign Spending

Donald Trump's campaign is significantly bolstered by super PACs, which have outspent his own campaign in the lead-up to the election. In the first half of October, Trump's supporting super PACs spent $159.6 million, while his campaign spent $99 million, compared to Vice President Kamala Harris's super PACs, which spent $154.5 million, slightly less than her own campaign's $165.8 million. Notably, four major donors contributed $459 million to Trump-aligned super PACs this election cycle, helping to cover his campaign's fundraising deficit. Trump's super PACs, including MAGA Inc. and Preserve America, have made substantial expenditures on advertising and outreach, with a combined nearly $68 million spent in the recent 16-day reporting period. While Harris's campaign raised more, Trump's reliance on wealthy donors is expected to significantly influence the election outcome, particularly with potential tax benefits for the top earners if he wins. This dynamic reflects a stark contrast in campaign funding strategies between the two candidates.