Trump Sets New Fundraising Record for 2025 Inauguration

President Donald Trump has achieved a new milestone by raising over $239 million for his 2025 inauguration, surpassing his previous record of $107 million in 2017 during his first term. This substantial increase reflects strong support from major corporations and individual donors across various sectors.​

Major Contributions from Tech and Industry Leaders

The fundraising efforts saw significant contributions from leading figures in the technology and industrial sectors. Notable donors include Tim Cook of Apple, Sam Altman of OpenAI, and Mark Zuckerberg of Meta, each contributing $1 million. Amazon under Jeff Bezos not only donated $1 million, but also offered to stream the inauguration ceremony on Amazon Prime Video. Other major contributors include Alphabet, Microsoft, and Uber. In the industrial sector, companies like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, and Chevron each donated, demonstrating widespread corporate support for the inauguration events.The largest donation came from poultry producer Pilgrim’s, which donated $5 million.

Public Response and Oversight

The Trump Inaugural Committee has stated that any surplus funds may be allocated to future projects. This includes the establishment of a Trump presidential library. 

The fundraising success has been lauded by supporters however, it has also attracted scrutiny from watchdog groups concerned about potential undue influence. Critics emphasize the importance of transparency in how the funds are utilized, especially given the significant contributions from major corporations. The inaugural committee has pledged to provide detailed financial disclosures in compliance with federal regulations.​

President Trump’s unprecedented fundraising for his 2025 inauguration underscores the substantial backing he continues to receive. With the release of these fundraising number and donors, attention will focus on the administration’s commitment to transparency regarding the use of these funds. As he continues his new term, questions about influence and accountability will likely follow.
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• https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/20/us/politics/trump-inauguration-donors.html
• https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/major-corporate-interests-megadonors-gave-239-million-fund-trumps-inau-rcna202074
• https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/president-donald-trump-sets-new-record-with-inaugural-fund/490324
• https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/20/politics/trump-inaugural-committee-fundraising-total/index.html