- Harris received about $143 million in billionaire contributions.
This level of spending represents a significant increase from previous elections, with billionaires playing an increasingly prominent role in campaign financing. The 2024 election saw record-breaking political spending, with more than $20 billion flooding into the presidential campaign overall.
WHO GOT WHAT FROM THE THE OLIGARCHS
Based on the available information, several billionaires have made significant donations to both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential race. Here are the largest donors for each candidate:
For Kamala Harris:
1. Michael Bloomberg: Committed nearly $100 million to Democratic causes, including Harris' campaign.
2. Bill Gates: Reportedly donated $50 million to a non-profit organization supporting Harris' campaign.
3. Steven Spielberg: Listed as a prominent supporter and donor.
4. Eric Schmidt (Google): Named as a significant supporter.
5. Laurene Powell Jobs: Mentioned as a notable backer.
6. Melinda French Gates: Identified as a financial supporter.
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