Following President Joe Biden‘s State of the Union address, which was both impassioned and direct, his re-election campaign announced a significant fundraising milestone.
The campaign confirmed it raised $10 million in just 24 hours after the address, marking a notable achievement in the political sphere.
During his 68-minute speech to Congress, Biden did not hold back in criticizing his main Republican opponent, Donald Trump, especially concerning the latter’s actions related to democracy and U.S. immigration policies.
Biden’s remarks were straightforward and charged.
He accused Trump of undermining democracy, particularly pointing to his involvement in the events of January 6, 2021, and his relations with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The financial support garnered post-speech suggests a solid backing from supporters, a crucial element in the intensifying political battle as the November 5 election draws near.
This surge in donations is particularly significant when contrasted with the fundraising efforts in January, where Biden’s campaign and Democratic allies collected over $42 million throughout the month.
The response to Biden’s address, which drew an estimated 32.2 million viewers across 14 television networks—an 18% increase from the previous year according to Nielsen ratings—underscores the president’s ability to mobilize and engage his audience.
It’s worth noting that this figure doesn’t account for those who watched via streaming, social media, and other platforms, suggesting the actual audience size may be even larger.
In a strategic move to leverage this financial momentum, the Biden campaign announced a $30 million advertising campaign targeting key battleground states over the coming six weeks.
This significant investment indicates a confident step forward, aiming to solidify Biden’s standing in these crucial areas.
Polls show a tight race between Biden and Trump, with a Reuters/Ipsos survey from February indicating a close contest.
In this poll, 37% of respondents showed support for Trump, while Biden received backing from 34%, illustrating the competitive nature of the upcoming election and highlighting the importance of continued support and engagement from their respective bases.