The National Republican Congressional Committee raised a record-shattering $12.6 million in May, surpassing the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's previous record. The NRCC received a strong boost in fundraising after former President Donald Trump's Manhattan business records trial verdict. Despite the successful fundraising month, the NRCC still has less cash on hand than the DCCC.
Key Points
Raised $12.6 million in May
Received $300,000 on the day of Trump's trial verdict
Reports total fundraising of $147.4 million this cycle
Pros
Record-shattering fundraising achievement
Strong boost in donations after Trump's trial verdict
Cons
Still has less cash on hand than Democratic counterparts