Donald Trump's leadership PAC, Save America, has been facing significant financial challenges due to mounting legal expenses. In March, the PAC spent nearly $3.7 million on legal-related costs, which accounted for the majority of its expenditures. The PAC also ended the month with $886,000 in outstanding legal bills, primarily owed to the law firm Robert & Robert.
The legal expenses stem from Trump's involvement in various legal battles, including a civil fraud case and a criminal trial in Manhattan. The civil fraud case, brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, resulted in a $355 million judgment against Trump in February. Additionally, Trump is set to face a criminal hush money trial, making him the first former president to undergo criminal prosecution.
Save America's spending on legal fees highlights the financial challenges Trump is facing as he gears up for the upcoming general election campaign. In contrast, President Joe Biden and the Democratic National Committee have expanded their cash advantage over Trump and the GOP. Biden's campaign committee entered April with $85.5 million in funds, while Trump's main campaign account had $45.1 million.
Despite the significant legal expenses incurred by Save America, Trump's campaign spending in March was notably lower compared to Biden's campaign expenditures. While Trump's campaign spent $3.7 million in total, Biden's campaign allocated over $29 million, with a significant portion going towards producing and placing campaign ads.
As Trump navigates through ongoing legal challenges and prepares for the upcoming election campaign, the financial landscape remains a key factor in determining the trajectory of his political endeavors.
