Trump’s California Conquest: The Unstoppable Force of the Trump Train
Trump’s High-Stakes Fundraising Frenzy in California: Former President Donald Trump rolled into Southern California on Friday, kicking off a campaign fundraising swing that will take him to some of the state’s most affluent communities. The event marks Trump’s first visit to SoCal since the Anaheim GOP Convention in September 2023.
Trump held a high-end fundraiser at a Beverly Hills estate on Friday night, hosted by businessman Lee Samson. The event was expected to rake in big bucks for Trump’s 2024 campaign, with tickets starting at $5,000 and going all the way up to $250,000 for event chairs.
On Saturday, Trump headed to Newport Beach for another exclusive fundraiser, hosted by John Word, co-founder of a health insurance company. Tickets for that event ranged from $3,300 to $100,000 per person.
According to the Los Angeles GOP website, the private Beverly Hills fundraiser featured a photo opportunity with Trump for $40,000, roundtable seating for $100,000, and event chair seats for $250,000.
But what’s behind Trump’s sudden fundraising frenzy? Just days before his California swing, Trump announced his campaign received over $34 million on May 30 – the same day he was convicted on 34 felony charges. And earlier this week, Trump reportedly raised around $12 million at an event in San Francisco.
Trump’s campaign is clearly on a mission to build a war chest ahead of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, where he is expected to be formally announced as the GOP’s presidential nominee on July 11.
Meanwhile, President Joe Biden is set to visit Southern California next weekend for a major fundraiser at the Peacock Theater in downtown L.A. The event will feature appearances by former President Barack Obama and celebrities like George Clooney and Julia Roberts.
But Trump’s California trip is just one stop on his campaign fundraising tour. As he travels across the country, he’ll be raking in big bucks and making headlines – all while building momentum for his 2024 presidential bid.
The Bottom Line: Can Trump Repeat His 2020 Magic?
So, can Trump repeat his 2020 magic in California? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – he’s got some big shoes to fill if he wants to match his 2020 performance. Back then, Trump dominated California in both primary and general elections, winning more than 50% of the vote statewide.
But can he do it again? Only if he continues to tap into his loyal base of supporters and finds ways to connect with voters who might not have been on board with him in 2020. And let’s not forget about those pesky Democrats – won’t they be trying to steal some of Trump’s thunder in California?
Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – this SoCal swing is going to be one for the ages – a true spectacle that will leave Californians talking long after it’s over.
 The Numbers Game: How Much Will Trump Raise?
So, just how much will Trump raise during his California swing? According to sources close to the campaign, the answer is likely to be in the millions. But what about his conviction on 34 felony charges? Won’t that impact his fundraising efforts?
Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Trump’s campaign is on a mission to build a war chest ahead of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. And with big-ticket events like these on tap, it’s clear that Trump is ready to put his money where his mouth is – and rake in the big bucks for his 2024 presidential bid.