The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee raised $31 million
in the first three months of the year, setting a record for the group's
typically sluggish early cash chase.
"Our record-breaking fundraising is a clear
reflection of the urgency that people have towards fighting back against
a reckless Republican agenda, including ongoing efforts to rip apart
the Affordable Care Act," said DCCC spokesman Tyler Law. "The massive
amount of small-dollar, online donations — much of which came from
first-time donors — provides another clear sign that the grassroots
energy is behind House Democrats this cycle."
The haul was fueled by a surge in online
contributions, including 121,000 new donors, according to the campaign
arm of House Democrats.
It's the latest evidence that antipathy toward President Donald Trump is a boon for Democratic fundraising efforts.
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