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Federal Employees Back Harris in 2024 Race, Trump's Policies Influence Donations

Harris tops federal employee donations. Trump's policies and specific departments shape giving patterns in the 2024 race.

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Federal Employees Back Harris in 2024 Race, Trump's Policies Influence Donations

In the 2024 presidential race, federal employees have shown significant financial support, with at least $4.2 million donated to major candidates. Vice President Kamala Harris, a prominent figure in the race, has emerged as the top recipient, particularly among employees of the Department of Education. However, the influence of Trump's policies and the departments of Defense and Homeland Security on donation patterns has also been notable.

Since entering the race, Kamala Harris has raised approximately $3.5 million from federal workers at cabinet-level agencies. This includes a substantial portion from the Department of Education, which had the most one-sided donation breakdown in her favor. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump has secured about $675,000 from federal employees since 2023, with nearly 84% of these donations going to Kamala Harris.

The departments of Defense and Homeland Security have been significant sources of donations for both candidates. More than 61% of Trump's donations came from these departments, while just over one-third of Kamala Harris' federal workforce donations stemmed from these same agencies. The Treasury Department was the only major agency outside of these three to see at least one-quarter of donations go toward Trump.

While Kamala Harris has received a substantial amount of donations from federal employees, it's important to note that these donations may not accurately predict how federal workers will vote in the 2024 election. The influence of Trump's policies and the departments of Defense and Homeland Security on donation patterns suggests a complex interplay between political affiliation and workplace dynamics. As the election approaches, the political leanings of federal civil servants will continue to be a topic of interest.

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