Donald Trump Raises Over $18 Million in First Quarter of 2023 for 2024 White House Run

Former President Donald Trump has seen a surge in donations since being indicted by a Manhattan grand jury on March 30, according to figures released by his campaign. The former president raised a combined $18.8 million in the first quarter of 2023 through his joint fundraising committee and his campaign.

Trump’s campaign said the fundraising figures suggest his legal woes have benefited him both politically and financially, energizing his base as he continues to campaign for his third shot at the presidency. Since the start of the year, Trump has raised more than $34 million for his 2024 White House run.

The former president’s fundraising report due to be filed Saturday with the Federal Election Commission will show he raised more than $18.8 million between his main campaign account and a joint fundraising account over the first three months of the year.

The Trump campaign said the fundraising figures suggest his legal woes have energized his base and helped him to raise more funds for his 2024 White House run. Trump has been vocal in his criticism of the charges against him, calling them “a continuation of the greatest witch hunt in the history of our country.”

The former president’s fundraising figures are likely to be closely watched as the 2024 presidential election draws closer. Trump’s campaign has said it is confident that the former president will be able to raise the funds necessary to mount a successful bid for the White House.