Politics & Government
Colbert Busch Outpaces Sanford in Latest Fundraising Totals
She more than doubles the former governor in most recent period.
The latest report from the Federal Election Commission on the First Congressional District race showed Democrat Elizabeth Colbert Busch with a substantial lead over Republican Mark Sanford.
In the most recent reporting period Colbert Busch raised $877,694.12 which was more than double Sanford's total of $375,033.83. Those figures are through April 17.
All told, Colbert Busch has raised nearly $1.2 million compared to Sanford's $788,039.13.
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While Colbert Busch has raised more, she's also spent more: $938,994.36 against Sanford's $625.945.72.
Sanford has more cash on hand than Colbert Busch, $284,245.31 to $254,459.61.
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The total dollar amount may favor Colbert Busch, but sources close to the Sanford campaign said they had enough money to win the race and money would not be factor in who will ultimately emerge victorious.
Colbert Busch's report can be viewed HERE.
Sanford's report can be viewed HERE.
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