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Miller's Dependable Conservative Leadership PAC donated more than $70,000 to 16 GOP incumbents; only Brad Finstad's campaign has returned its $5,000, while other recipients—including Mike Lawler—say they won't return the money and many campaigns declined comment as Miller runs in Ohio's 7th district amid domestic-abuse allegations, forcing Republicans to distance themselves from him without sacrificing fundraising leverage.
Trump told donors in a private Oval Office remarks that “we need to elect JD,” signaling a private lean toward JD Vance as his preferred successor for 2028, though no formal endorsement has been made. Rubio remains a contender, having built relationships and a strong profile, while Vance’s role as RNC finance chair and his fundraising machine are highlighted. CPAC polling shows Rubio close to Vance, and advisers caution that Trump’s signals can vary by audience and may not reflect a final decision before the race begins.
New York Times correspondent Maggie Haberman and CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins criticized Elon Musk's denial of donating money to either US presidential candidate after meeting with former President Donald Trump and GOP donors, pointing out the loophole that he could still contribute to a Super PAC or dark money group without directly donating to a candidate, which Trump's campaign desperately needs.
Despite falling behind Donald Trump in the Republican presidential primary, Nikki Haley's donors are continuing to support her, viewing their donations as a way to protest Trump's takeover of the party and to uphold the "Reagan wing" of the GOP. Some donors believe she represents the Reagan wing and could be a favorite for the GOP nomination if Trump dropped out, while others are having second thoughts and may hold off on further contributions.
Wall Street's top GOP donors are coming to terms with the likelihood of former President Donald Trump securing the presidential nomination, despite their hopes for an alternative candidate. The criminal indictments against Trump have had little effect on his popularity, and some believe it has even solidified his support. While some donors are still backing potential challengers like Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis, there is growing concern about the risks and unpredictability of a second Trump presidency. However, if no viable alternative emerges, many high-dollar GOP donors may reluctantly support Trump, despite their reservations.
As former UN ambassador Nikki Haley gains momentum in the polls, she is also attracting support from top political donors who see her as a viable candidate to lead the GOP. Despite Donald Trump's dominance in polling and party support, some donors, including JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon and Home Depot co-founder Kenneth G. Langone, are impressed by Haley's policy knowledge and leadership potential. While grassroots enthusiasm for Trump remains strong, some Republican institutional leaders and financial backers are looking for a next-generation leader to move the party forward. Haley's surge in polling has led some donors to believe that Trump's nomination can be stopped.
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito accepted a 2008 trip to a luxury fishing lodge in Alaska from two wealthy Republican donors, one of whom repeatedly had interests before the court, and he did not disclose the trips on his financial disclosure for that year, ProPublica reports. The revelation about Alito’s acceptance of the trip comes as the court is facing heightened scrutiny over issues of ethics, including the justices’ obligation to disclose the details of expense-paid travels.
The Republican National Committee invited dissenters of Donald Trump, including prospective challengers in next year’s presidential primary, to its donor retreat, indicating that Trump's potential nomination is unlikely to come as a coronation. The party’s donors are still weighing whether there is a viable alternative to Trump, though there is still no clear consensus on the matter. Trump's critics, including Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu, and former Vice President Mike Pence, were given prime speaking slots.