During a high-dollar fundraiser on Tuesday, President Joe Biden once again referred to Donald Trump as a “convicted felon.” He expressed that Trump, who is likely to be his opponent in the upcoming November election, is carrying out an “all-out assault” on the legal system of the United States.
During Tuesday’s event, former President Bill Clinton helped raise $8 million to support Joe Biden’s reelection campaign. This contribution is part of a larger sum of around $40 million that Biden and his primary backers have raised in the last five days. The majority of these funds resulted from a glamorous fundraiser held on Saturday in Los Angeles, featuring movie stars and former President Barack Obama, which raised over $30 million. Furthermore, First Lady Jill Biden has been conducting her own fundraising efforts, which have generated $1.5 million in support.
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Former U.S. President Barack Obama was joined by Democratic heavyweights Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton at a fundraiser held in the upscale Washington suburb of McLean, Virginia. The event was hosted by Terry McAuliffe, a trusted adviser to Clinton and a former governor of Virginia. Bestselling author John Grisham and Jill Biden, wife of Joe Biden, were also in attendance. Biden and Clinton had previously appeared alongside Obama at a fundraiser at Radio City Music Hall in New York earlier this year.
Addressing a crowd of about 450 in a backyard, Biden expressed his view on Trump’s desperation and the potential threat he poses in a second term. He further emphasized Trump’s 34 felony convictions in a New York hush money case as evidence of his recklessness.
Biden pointed out that the United States is experiencing a momentous moment as a former president has been convicted of a crime – a first in the history of the country. However, he emphasized that what is even more concerning is the blatant attack that Trump is waging against the justice system.
For weeks, Biden himself has been denouncing the former president’s claims that the case against him was politically motivated, emphasizing that it’s irresponsible and dangerous to suggest that the verdict was rigged merely because of personal preferences. Despite this, the Biden campaign has initiated a $50 million ad purchase that runs until the end of June, featuring their first television ad that emphasizes Trump’s conviction. This move suggests that the Biden campaign views this case as a political advantage as they head towards Election Day.
As soon as Biden arrived on stage, McAuliffe couldn’t resist making a playful jab at the wealthy donors who typically fund these types of events. He quipped that their gathering was giving Hollywood’s big bucks a run for their money.
McAuliffe stated that the Los Angeles event did not require any movie stars, jugglers, singers, or farm animals.
He made a humorous remark to Biden, saying, “If you win again, I’m volunteering myself to mow the lawn at the White House.” This caused him to chuckle as well.
In 2016, Hillary Clinton drew a comparison between herself and Cassandra, a figure from Greek mythology who possessed the ability to foresee the future but was not taken seriously. She expressed that she felt similar to Cassandra while raising concerns about Donald Trump’s presidency.
She expressed her concerns by stating, “It’s crystal clear how perilous it would be to give him, his accomplices, and supporters the responsibility to govern our nation. The consequences of his actions were truly catastrophic.”
According to Clinton, it’s difficult to comprehend how individuals who have experienced the COVID-19 pandemic and the Trump administration can still back the Republican party. Despite this, she laments that there are still numerous Americans who are willing to take that gamble. Furthermore, she describes Trump as an imminent and obvious threat.
In expressing his gratitude to donors, Bill Clinton acknowledged and appreciated their financial contributions. He praised the Biden campaign for their efficient handling of the funds and expressed confidence in their ability to utilize it effectively. Additionally, he commended Joe Biden’s leadership skills and his commitment to upholding moral and ethical standards in carrying out his duties, acknowledging the significant impact he has had in his role.
According to Kevin Munoz, spokesman for Biden’s reelection campaign, our supporters are fully aware of the importance of this election. The funds we have raised since Friday will allow us to increase the number of ads, organizers, and direct contacts with voters who will play a crucial role in deciding this closely contested election in November. Meanwhile, Trump is struggling as he has had no resources or presence in battleground states for a considerable amount of time.
The Democratic Party made history with last weekend’s fundraising event in Los Angeles, which included appearances by high-profile figures such as George Clooney and Julia Roberts, alongside former President Barack Obama and current presidential candidate Joe Biden. It was the biggest single fundraiser ever held by the party.
In an effort to keep up with Trump, Biden has been stepping up his fundraising efforts. Despite signs that Trump is gaining ground in the money game, Biden remains determined to secure the necessary funds for his campaign. One example of Trump’s fundraising success was his ability to raise $50.5 million at a gathering of major donors in April, which was held at the Florida home of billionaire investor John Paulson.
In May, the Trump campaign and the Republican National Committee announced that they had raised a whopping $141 million. The impressive figure was boosted by a significant surge in contributions following Trump’s guilty verdict in his criminal hush money trial. As of this writing, the Biden campaign has yet to disclose its fundraising numbers for the same period.
