Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis got a boost in fundraising, succeeding former President Donald Trump’s numbers amid speculation about who will run in 2024.
Mr. DeSantis raised $45 million in the first six months of this year, compared to Mr. Trump who raised $36 million in a 29% drop the previous half-year.
Mr. Trump’s numbers indicate the first time in the 18 months since he left the White House that his fundraising levels fell below $50 million.
Trump spokesman Taylor Budowich defended the former president’s fundraising numbers, adding that he is making other investments in growing the ‘America First’ movement in a critical election year.