Morning Brew Daily DeSantis Burning Through Cash, Actor and UPS Strikes Could Cost Billions, & Tesla Cybertruck is Here
Jul 17, 2023
In this lively discussion, the hosts break down Ron DeSantis’s staggering $7.9 million campaign spending. They explore the potential billions lost from looming actor and UPS strikes. The long-awaited Tesla Cybertruck finally makes its debut, shaking up the auto industry. United Airlines pilots score a massive pay raise amid a pilot shortage, and Lionel Messi's arrival in Miami creates a buzz across the city. Plus, emojis are examined under the lens of legal interpretation, proving that even symbols can have serious implications!
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DeSantis' Campaign Spending
- Ron DeSantis spent a large portion of his raised campaign funds, nearly 40%, due to a large staff.
- This high burn rate is similar to that of Adam Neumann's WeWork and highlights the financial challenges of presidential campaigns.
DeSantis' Donor Base
- DeSantis' campaign relies heavily on large donors, with over two-thirds of his funds coming from individuals giving the maximum $3,300.
- This indicates limited grassroots support and potential difficulties expanding his donor base.
Creative Campaign Fundraising
- Other GOP candidates employ creative fundraising tactics, like offering a 10% cut to fundraisers or a Messi ticket raffle for donors.
- These strategies aim to reach the 40,000 donor threshold for the GOP debate stage.