Aug 7, 2024 - Politics & Policy

Harris campaign raises $36M in first 24 hours after Walz VP pick

April Rubin

Kamala Harris and Tim Walz walk down a stage with two American flags in the background as well as a sign that says 'HARRIS WALZ.' Hands of people are seen holding phones up taking photo or videos. — Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz arrive at a campaign rally in Philadelphia on Aug. 6. Photo: Kyle Mazza/Anadolu via Getty Images

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris' campaign raised $36 million in the first 24 hours after naming Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, the campaign told Axios.

Why it matters: The campaign is building on the quick momentum that erupted after the vice president announced her candidacy.

Walz is a popular governor, expected to lean into rural roots in an attempt to win support among working-class voters.
In the first 24 hours of her candidacy, Harris' campaign raised $81 million — a new presidential donation record.

Catch up quick: Harris and Walz had their first joint campaign rally on Tuesday evening in Philadelphia, hours after Walz's selection was announced.

Between the lines: The campaign launched merch featuring Walz immediately.

Nearly $1 million worth of camouflage hats, reminiscent of pop star Chappell Roan's merch, were purchased in the day since the announcement, Teen Vogue reported.

Go deeper: Walz disses Trump, mulls Vance debate in first appearance with Harris

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Harris campaign raises $36M in first 24 hours after Walz VP pick

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