Mike Pence’s campaign and super PAC raised just $3.85 million in the second quarter of 2023, a Pence adviser told POLITICO Friday, a relatively small haul as the former vice president struggles to gain traction in the crowded GOP presidential primary.
Pence, who entered the race for president in early June, saw his campaign raise just over $1.1 million in the first three weeks of his campaign, while his super PAC, Committed to America, announced it raised just over $2.6 million dollars.
Pence’s haul pales in comparison to the fundraising totals released by many of his Republican rivals, especially given Pence’s previous two appearances on a presidential ticket and access to donors. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who officially announced his bid for president in late May, raised over $20 million in the first six weeks of his campaign, while former President Donald Trump and his PAC raised over $35 million in the second quarter. South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott raised $6.1 million in the second quarter and reported having over $21 million on hand.