The saga of Donald Trump’s booking in Georgia has taken an unexpected turn, one that has significantly bolstered his campaign’s financial standing. Since being detained, the former president has managed to amass an astounding $7.1 million.
Trump’s Fundraising Spree
Since his mugshot was taken, Trump’s campaign has experienced an unprecedented influx of funds, with contributions totaling a remarkable $7.1 million. What’s even more striking is that, on a single day following his booking, $4.18 million was raised.
The Merchandise Sales
A significant aspect behind the fundraising success was the sale of merchandise through Trump’s online store. In the wake of his booking, the campaign wasted no time in capitalizing on the situation, launching a range of products featuring Trump’s unmistakable scowling mugshot.
Capitalizing on His Crimes
The items, including shirts, posters, bumper stickers, and beverage coolers, bear the defiant tagline “NEVER SURRENDER!” Prices for the items vary, ranging from a modest $12 to $34. The very existence of such products highlights the former president’s willingness to capitalize on whatever he needs to, even his own crimes.
Trump’s Website’s Landing Page
Trump’s campaign also actively engaged with online donors through a combination of emails and text messages. Moreover, the former president used social media to direct his fans to visit his website, where the landing page prominently displayed his mugshot and encouraged backers to “make a contribution to evict Crooked Joe Biden from the White House and SAVE AMERICA during this dark chapter in our nation’s history.”
Commercialization Beyond Politics
The influence of Trump’s mugshot extends far beyond the realm of politics, as private, non-political entities have also seized the opportunity to capitalize on its widespread notoriety. A case in point is Barstool Sports, a prominent sports and pop culture website, which has been selling its own Trump mugshot-themed shirts at a price point of $32.
Personal Gain Comes First
The near-instant transformation of Trump’s arrest into a multi-million-dollar merchandise venture highlights his consistent willingness to capitalize on any situation, regardless of the ethical implications. By emblazoning his mugshot on merchandise and generating substantial profits from it, the former president has once again demonstrated a remarkable ability to prioritize personal gain over any sense of empathy or concern for the broader context.
The Internet Responded
News of Trump’s earnings was shared across social media and everyone had an opinion to share. “Was $7 million worth of coffee mugs and t-shirts bought by people screaming about not having any money due to inflation?” one person asked.
A Good Thing
Others suggested that right-wingers sending their spare money Trump’s way could be a good thing. One person said: “Let them keep tossing all their money to him. He’s taking funds away from other Republicans who are also running their own campaigns to get elected.”
Trump, Pastors, and Gullible Right-Wingers
Some people said that the people who give Trump money are the same people who donate to pastors. “The same people who donate all their money to the mega pastors who claim they need a new jet to protect against sky demons. Gullible suckers are everywhere,” one individual wrote.
A Fanbase Without Shame
Others compared Trump to a mirrored version of Robin Hood. One person said: “His base is without shame or filters. That mugshot will be on everything and tattooed on some. He’s their ‘Robin Hood.’ Except he’s actually the alternate universe version of Robin Hood where he steals from the poor and feeds the rich, mainly himself.”
Theories and Speculation
Some people questioned whether the money really came from merchandise sales and legitimate donations. “I wonder how much of this is really a money laundering scheme coming from dark money,” one individual speculated.
A Sarcastic Response
A fair few commenters responded sarcastically and made fun of the former president’s mugshot. “Nothing says ‘[great] world leader’ like the ‘old man glowering from his front porch’ look. Just caption it with ‘get off my lawn’ and be done with it,” one person said.
Words From Ex-Trump Supporters
Ex-Trump supporters gave their opinions too. One said: “His cult is gonna cult. They’re too stupid to realize he’s just using them to cover his lawyer fees. During my days in the cult, you wouldn’t believe the number of people who said that they were willing to get their house taken away if it meant helping Trump, that they were willing to go bankrupt giving everything to him. It’s bonkers.”
Cult Is Gonna Cult
The commenter continued: “So like I said, cult is gonna cult. That money won’t mean [anything] if he doesn’t get the more moderate voters to vote for him, which – come on – won’t happen. If there’s anything this past debate showcased, it’s how fractured and disorganized Republicans are right now.
He Inflates Everything
Numerous people doubted the $7.1 million figure and claimed Trump was trying to make himself seem more popular than he really is. “Yeah, sure he did. If there’s one thing that has become obvious – he inflates everything to make it seem like he has more supporters than he does,” one individual said.
Trump’s Broke Fans
Others said they were pleased by the news and discussed possible positive implications. “I have no problem with this because it means more of his followers are broke and none of that money will make its way to campaign efforts for any Republicans,” one person wrote.
It’s Not Enough Money
One person pointed out that, in the grand scheme of things for Trump, $7.1 million isn’t a lot. They wrote: “[That sum] is a drop in the bucket when it comes to how much this guy owes his stable of ever-changing attorneys, most of whom stick with him simply for the press and the notoriety – which is a sign they are pretty stupid.”
Trump’s Followers Aren’t Billionaires
Others echoed the aforementioned commenter. “People on the right are gonna celebrate this as a victory but a little math will show this is not gonna prevent him from running out of money. Hell, it’s not like he could maintain this for the next few weeks – his followers aren’t made of money,” one person said.
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