The Democratic Party is ramping up its campaign efforts by targeting seven pivotal battleground states through paid advertising for Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. This initiative follows the establishment of a unified presidential ticket that is gaining momentum nationwide.
On Monday, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) unveiled a comprehensive advertising campaign featuring over 70 billboards strategically placed across critical states: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. This marks the first major advertising push since Walz joined the campaign, with more campaigns expected to follow as the November presidential election approaches.
The billboards will be prominently displayed in major urban centers such as Atlanta, Detroit, Charlotte, and Philadelphia, with many positioned along major interstates, including Interstate 95 and Interstate 10.
Additionally, a bilingual advertisement featuring both English and Spanish content will be featured on the Las Vegas Strip.
“The DNC is delivering a strong message across battleground states: Vice President Harris and Governor Tim Walz are dedicated to advocating for working-class individuals, contrasting sharply with Donald Trump and JD Vance’s self-serving positions,” stated a DNC spokesperson.
The Harris-Walz campaign has reported impressive fundraising results, amassing $310 million in July and entering August with a robust $377 million in campaign funds. In comparison, the Trump campaign reported over $138 million in fundraising last month, with a total of $327 million available for expenditures.
This advertising initiative comes after Harris and Walz’s recent tour of battleground states, where they drew enthusiastic crowds in key locations like Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Arizona. Their planned visit to North Carolina had to be postponed due to weather conditions caused by Tropical Storm Debby.
Meanwhile, JD Vance, Trump’s running mate, has been shadowing the Democratic duo, conducting news conferences in many of the same cities. Trump himself held a rally in Montana last week, showcasing his continued engagement in the campaign.
The Trump campaign also launched an intense advertising campaign at the end of July, focusing on television ads criticizing Harris’ record on immigration, labeling her as the “border czar.”
