With just 37 days left until Election Day, the battle between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris is heating up in every way imaginable. Polls are tight, voters are divided, and, perhaps most importantly in today’s political landscape, the money race is in full swing.

But here’s the kicker: Trump, who’s known for his ability to rally financial support, is currently trailing Kamala Harris by a significant margin. Yes, you read that right—Kamala, the gaffe-prone VP who jumped into the race after Biden finally bowed out, is leading Trump in the fundraising game. And not just by a little.

For those keeping track, Harris is raking in the cash, outpacing Trump by a jaw-dropping 4-to-1 margin. It’s a stark reminder that Democrats have one thing going for them: deep pockets. They’ve always been masters at fundraising, and now, with Harris as their nominee, they’ve found a new wave of donors ready to flood her campaign with cash. And to be fair, a lot of those funds were sitting on the sidelines while Biden was still the Democratic candidate because, let’s face it, even his own party had lost confidence in him.

So, what’s Trump going to do about it? Well, he’s not just sitting around complaining about the biased media coverage (though that’s always warranted). He’s taking action, and next week, he’s heading to a place that’s always had his back: Texas. The Lone Star State is oil country, and Trump knows that if there’s anywhere to make up ground, it’s there.

Trump’s Texas Fundraising Swing

Trump’s campaign knows they need to ramp up their fundraising efforts quickly if they want to close the gap with Kamala Harris. That’s why the former president is making a high-profile stop in Midland, Texas, followed by an event in Houston, both aimed squarely at courting donors who’ve been loyal to Republican candidates for years. Oil country has long been a Republican ATM, and Trump’s not wasting any time tapping into it.

From Fox News:
Trailing Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 cash dash, former President Trump heads next week to Texas, a state that’s long served as an ATM for Republican White House candidates. Aiming to narrow the fundraising gap with Harris, the former president will headline a luncheon Oct. 2 in Midland, Texas, as he courts donors in oil country. That luncheon will be followed by a cocktail reception in Houston, sources in Trump’s political orbit confirmed to Fox News Digital.

Now, let’s be real—this isn’t just any ordinary fundraising trip. Texas is a place where Trump’s message resonates loud and clear. After all, this is the guy who stood up for the oil and gas industry while Democrats like Harris and Biden pushed their Green New Deal nonsense, trying to kill off fossil fuels in favor of unreliable wind turbines and solar panels. The people of Texas know exactly who has their back, and it’s certainly not the Harris-led Democratic Party.

But the stakes are high. Harris raised a whopping $190 million in August alone, dwarfing the $44.5 million Trump brought in. Now, does money alone win elections? No. But it sure helps when you need to get your message out to the voters, especially in those swing states where every dollar spent on ads and ground game can tip the scales.

The Fundraising Gap: Can Trump Close It?

According to the Federal Election Commission, the numbers speak for themselves. Harris pulled in nearly $190 million for her 2024 campaign in August, while Trump’s team reported just $44.5 million in his principal campaign account during the same period.

From Fox News:
According to the latest figures available from the Federal Election Commission, Harris hauled in nearly $190 million in fundraising for her 2024 campaign in August, more than quadrupling the $44.5 million that Trump’s team reported bringing into his principal campaign account last month.

Ouch. That’s a serious gap. But before the left starts celebrating their inevitable “victory,” let’s remember that Trump has never been one to play by conventional rules. He knows how to energize his base and bring in donations from everyday Americans who aren’t billionaires writing fat checks but still want to see him back in the White House. And if there’s one thing Trump has proven, it’s that he knows how to close a gap when it counts.

This Texas swing is just the start. Trump is tapping into the support of oil and gas tycoons who are as invested in this election as anyone. After four years of Biden’s anti-energy policies, the industry is more than eager to support a candidate who will bring back jobs, lower energy prices, and restore America’s energy dominance. And who better than Trump, the president who made America energy independent?

Harris’ Fundraising Machine

On the other side of the equation, Harris’s fundraising has been nothing short of impressive. But let’s not kid ourselves—it’s not because she’s a great candidate with bold ideas and a strong message. Far from it. The real reason Democrats are pouring cash into her campaign is simple: they’re terrified of another Trump presidency. They saw what happened in 2016, and they’re doing everything they can to make sure it doesn’t happen again.

Kamala Harris might be the weakest candidate the Democrats have put forward in years, but that hasn’t stopped the big money donors from stepping up. After Biden’s disastrous handling of everything from the economy to foreign policy, the left is desperate for a win, and they’re banking on Harris to deliver.

Do you think Trump can overcome the cash gap and win the 2024 election?

Key Takeaways:

• Trump is heading to Texas to make up ground in the fundraising race against Kamala Harris, who has raised significantly more money so far.
• Harris hauled in nearly $190 million in August, dwarfing Trump’s $44.5 million for the same period.
• Oil country has always been a reliable source of funds for Republicans, and Trump is tapping into that support to close the gap.

Source: Fox News