Donald Trump donated to Kamala Harris’ campaigns twice while he was a private citizen, records show

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a twist of political fate, records reveal that former President Donald Trump contributed to the campaigns of current Vice President Kamala Harris twice, while he was still a private citizen. The donations, totaling \$5,000, were made to Harris’ 2010 and 2014 California Attorney General campaigns.

While the amounts are relatively small, the revelation comes as a surprise considering the sharp political divide between Trump and Harris, who have been vocal critics of each other.

The donations were first reported by the Washington Post, which obtained the information from public campaign finance records. According to the records, Trump donated \$2,500 to Harris’ 2010 campaign for Attorney General, followed by another \$2,500 donation to her successful 2014 re-election bid.

It remains unclear why Trump made these donations. Some speculate that he may have been drawn to Harris’ progressive views on issues like criminal justice reform, which were not widely known at the time. Others suggest the donations may have been a strategic attempt to gain influence within the California political scene.

The news has triggered a flurry of reactions, with some praising Trump for his supposed willingness to support political rivals, while others have accused him of hypocrisy, considering his later attacks on Harris during the 2020 presidential election.

“It’s ironic, to say the least,” said political analyst Sarah Jones. “Trump was known for his divisive rhetoric, and yet he chose to donate to a candidate he later demonized. This raises questions about his motivations and his understanding of political ideologies.”

The revelations are sure to reignite the debate surrounding Trump’s political affiliations and campaign contributions. As the 2024 presidential election approaches, it remains to be seen whether this surprising detail will impact the political landscape.