As of Aug. 31, election campaign contributions for the 2016 presidential race total roughly $250 million.
That's the amount we gleaned from the most recent OpenSecrets.org data. The site categorized the amount raised by "campaign committees and outside groups" for each Democrat and Republican candidate. It includes Super PACs, PACs, 501(c) Groups, campaign committees, and more.
Here's a breakdown of the cash each candidate has brought in so far from these sources...
As of Aug. 31, election campaign contributions for the 2016 presidential race total roughly $250 million.
That's the amount we gleaned from the most recent OpenSecrets.org data. The site categorized the amount raised by "campaign committees and outside groups" for each Democrat and Republican candidate. It includes Super PACs, PACs, 501(c) Groups, campaign committees, and more.
Here's a breakdown of the cash each candidate has brought in so far from these sources...
The Hillary Clinton College Affordability plan was officially revealed on Aug. 10 at a town hall meeting in New Hampshire.
Her strategy intends to streamline several processes involved in the both financial aid application process as well as in the repayment process.
Here's are some of the specifics about Hillary Clinton's bold new proposal...
A controversial Donald Trump campaign polled number one going into the Republican debate Aug. 6. Conservative media darling FOX News loved Trump going in...
But a noticeable shift occurred following last week's debate. The news outlet's headlines were scathingly anti-Trump.
Why is the Republicans' favorite media network at odds with the Republicans' favorite candidate?
There are several causes media outlets, including FOX News, would have you believe are behind the FOX News-Trump breakup.
But there's only one real answer - and it's being buried with noise...
Jeb Bush Net Worth: The former Florida governor doesn't shy away from making his personal finances known. In fact, he recently released 33 years' worth of tax returns.
But even more impressive than his personal finances are those of his campaign.
How did Trump do in the debate?
The verdict varies. But there's no denying the outspoken Republican front-runner Donald Trump was his typical candid self.
Keep reading for some of Trump's most memorable and jaw-dropping comments...
Chris Christie Net Worth: New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie doesn't consider himself wealthy. Rather, he considers himself "not wealthy" by "current standards."
But there's been some research done on the New Jersey governor's financials.
Politically, he's definitely more conservative. Financially? Not so much...
The finances of Marco Rubio were in the news earlier this year when the Republican Senator from Florida cashed out nearly $70,000 in retirement funds.
That's usually viewed as a desperate financial move, particularly by members of Congress who have an average net worth of $1.03 million.
Scott Walker's campaign fundraising strategy stands out among the crowded GOP field - and not because of his recent gaffe with a Philadelphia cheesesteak. In fact, it involves an "army" and two "seasoned generals."
But is it possible for the Wisconsin governor to gather steam at this point?
Rand Paul net worth: While he has a fervid following and family clout, this Kentucky Senator's finances may surprise you.
The wealthy Republican lacks campaign money compared to his GOP competition.
Lindsey Graham Net Worth: Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina has a much more modest net worth than many of his fellow 2016 presidential election competitors.
Graham's is well below the average net worth of a U.S. Senator at $2.7 million.
Ted Cruz net worth: It became the subject of debate in 2012. That's when Cruz and his wife, Heidi, poured their entire life savings into his campaign.
This hefty donation, by the way, paid off.
Now here's what the Texas senator has on the books for his presidential run...
Only a month into the presidential race and the Donald Trump campaign is flush with scandal, starting with some of the remarks he made in his announcement speech.
In fact, one controversy in which the mogul is enmeshed could mean his life is in danger.
Here's everything you need to know about the latest Trump rumpus...
Wouldn't it be nice if we had a president who understood all the advances coming out of Silicon Valley? There's one candidate capable of doing that.
We believe this candidate has what it takes to see this country skyrocket ahead technologically throughout the next four to eight years, far beyond other developed nations of the world.
This Silicon Valley presidential candidate could drive your tech shares much higher...
On June 16, lightning rod entrepreneur Donald Trump became the twelfth Republican to announce candidacy for his party's nomination in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. The move thrust the multi-billionaire's finances into the spotlight...
You see, Donald Trump's net worth currently stands at $4.1 billion. And yet the Donald Trump bankruptcy count sits at four.
However, the strength (or weakness) of Trump's financial track record going into the 2016 election lies in understanding exactly what those four Donald Trump bankruptcies were - the answer might surprise you.
