'Not a fundraiser': Donald Trump speaks at $100-per-person event near Boston
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‘Not a fundraiser’: Donald Trump speaks at $100-per-person event near Boston
A combination of die-hard fans and those curious to see the spectacle Donald Trump were treated to food from chef Tony Ambrose and a live cover band, in addition to a speech from the Republican candidate. Trump said the money raised was only being used to offset the costs of the event and said people attending could choose to pay whatever they wanted. In the past weeks Trump’s tone has changed.
I don’t need anybody’s money. I’m using my own money. I’m not using the lobbyists. I’m not using donors. I don’t care. I’m really rich.
Donald Trump
He’s warmed up to the idea of donations, adding a contributions page to his website and attending a fundraiser held by a super PAC supporting his candidacy. Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski said Friday the campaign had received tens of thousands in small-dollar donations in the last eight weeks from people eager to contribute to Trump’s effort. Still, this remains “a very small portion” of the campaign’s funds.
