Candidates for Oakland mayor in the upcoming April 15 special election have revealed their campaign financing, with Barbara Lee raising $293,000 and Loren Taylor reaching $310,000. Taylor began his campaign in November 2024, giving him an edge in fundraising time. Both candidates are receiving numerous contributions, including substantial support from independent expenditure committees that can raise unlimited funds. As ballots are set to be mailed soon, fundraising efforts are expected to intensify rapidly leading up to the election.
The December 15 special election is just a few weeks away, but candidates like Barbara Lee and Loren Taylor are making significant efforts to fundraise.
While Taylor boasts a fundraising total of $310,000 since November 2024, Lee's impressive $293,000 since January 2025 reflects the challengers' competitive spirit.
Both candidates are not only relying on individual contributions but also gaining substantial indirect support from independent expenditure committees.
With mail-in ballots being sent out soon, the funding race for Oakland mayor is heating up, influencing campaigning strategies and potential voter engagement.
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