Former President Donald Trump, reportedly “jealous” of President Joe Biden's current fundraiser in New York Metropolis, is planning his personal greater and higher occasion at Madison Sq. Backyard, in line with sources near him. After Biden's file $26 million fundraiser at Radio Metropolis Music Corridor, Trump is seeking to manage a number of main fundraisers to compete together with his 2024 opponent.
Sources conversant in Trump's plans revealed that he intends for his fundraisers to be inclusive and cater to individuals of all monetary backgrounds, not simply the rich. “Trump is planning some huge fundraisers that may compete with Biden's huge Radio Metropolis profit,” one insider stated. “He needs it to be accessible to all ranges of individuals and never simply $100,000 donors.”
Proposed venues for Trump's occasions embody Madison Sq. Backyard and Yankee Stadium, providing ticket costs starting from $100,000 to $500,000, with the potential of a $1 million ticket surpassing Biden's fundraising figures.
Nevertheless, as of Tuesday morning, Madison Sq. Backyard had not confirmed any bookings from the Trump Group. “We should not have any occasions scheduled with the Trump Group presently,” the venue stated.
President Biden's current fundraiser at Radio Metropolis Music Corridor boasted performances by former presidents Invoice Clinton and Barack Obama, together with celebrities reminiscent of Mindy Kaling and Stephen Colbert.
Biden's marketing campaign was profitable in fundraising, reportedly amassing over $155 million, far surpassing Trump's marketing campaign contributions of round $42 million.