Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign will go down in history—but not for the reasons she hoped. Despite having an eye-popping $2 billion war chest, Harris lost to Donald Trump in both the electoral and popular vote by a landslide.
That kind of defeat would sting anyone, but for Harris—who had the media practically anointing her the next president—it’s especially embarrassing. It’s a masterclass in how not to spend money.
Harris and her team managed to squander their massive funds with an almost comical level of incompetence. Lavish parties, endless consultants, and questionable ad buys didn’t translate into votes.
Her campaign seemed to forget that elections are about connecting with voters, not just throwing cash at problems. After the devastating loss, Harris held a call with top Democratic National Committee (DNC) leaders, and what one of them said about her performance left jaws on the floor.
Democratic National Committee National Finance Committee member Lindy Li said Tuesday that Vice President Kamala Harris did not take “responsibility” for her campaign spending billions of dollars during a donor call.
The Harris campaign and the Democratic Party reportedly spent almost $1.5 billion during her short presidential run, which she launched on July 21. Li, on “NewsNation Now,” said she was shocked by the lack of accountability for the spending and loss, noting the call seemed “self-congratulatory.” [Source: Daily Caller]
During the donor call, Lindy Li, a member of the DNC National Finance Committee, couldn’t hide her shock. According to Li, the tone of Harris’ post-election meeting was bizarrely self-congratulatory.
It was as if losing seven swing states and $2 billion wasn’t even a big deal. Harris reportedly talked about her Thanksgiving recipes, leaving some attendees stunned. Yes, you read that right—while the Democratic Party was reeling, she was dishing out cooking tips.
Li told NewsNation Now that there was “no sort of post-mortem or analysis of how we can do better.” Instead, it felt like the campaign was patting itself on the back for simply existing.
Meanwhile, hundreds of DNC staffers were summarily fired, leaving many unsure of their next steps. The campaign didn’t seem to grasp the severity of the loss, let alone offer solutions for the future.
Democratic insiders aren’t taking this lightly. Many are livid over the financial mismanagement and lack of accountability.
Reports suggest the DNC might face millions in debt after pouring resources into Harris’ doomed campaign. Some donors feel betrayed, wondering where their money actually went.
One particularly scathing critique came from megadonor John Morgan, who didn’t mince words.
He called Harris’ campaign spending a disaster that should permanently end her political career. “If you can’t run a campaign, you can’t run America,” Morgan said. Ouch.
Even more embarrassing, DNC Chief Financial Officer Patrick Stauffer tried to spin the narrative by claiming there were “no outstanding debts” on Election Day. But insiders are skeptical. The DNC’s mass layoffs and reports of mounting debt tell a very different story.
So, what went wrong? For starters, Harris’ campaign strategy seemed more focused on optics than substance. Despite glowing media coverage, she struggled to connect with working-class voters.
Her campaign events were described as robotic, and her messaging lacked a clear vision. Instead of addressing real concerns like inflation, crime, or border security, she leaned heavily on identity politics—a strategy that fell flat.
The lavish spending didn’t help either. Some estimates suggest her campaign spent as much as $1,000 per vote in certain states. That’s not just inefficient; it’s laughably wasteful.
Critics have pointed out that Harris’ inability to manage her funds reflects poorly on her leadership skills. If she couldn’t keep her campaign afloat, how could she handle the complexities of running the country?
The DNC is now left cleaning up the mess. After the layoffs, morale within the party is at an all-time low. And donors? They’re angry.
Many feel their money was wasted on a candidate who never stood a chance. Harris’ campaign wasn’t just a failure; it was an expensive failure that hurt the Democratic Party’s future prospects.
The loss has left Democrats scrambling for answers. Some are calling for a complete overhaul of the DNC’s leadership and fundraising strategies.
Others worry that the financial strain could impact their ability to compete in future elections. One thing is clear: Harris’ campaign didn’t just lose; it left the party in a worse position than before.
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