Former Dem fundraiser named to Trump inaugural committee as donations flow

Longtime Democrat fundraiser Lindy Li made headlines this month when she was named to President-elect Donald Trump’s inaugural fundraising committee, marking a significant shift in her political affiliations. Li, who had previously raised millions for the Democratic Party, cited a culture of finger-pointing and blame within the party as reasons for her departure.

In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Li revealed that her decision to join the Trump fundraising committee was met with overwhelming support from donors, including some longtime Democratic contributors who were eager to be part of the new administration’s inner circle. Despite facing criticism and calls to leave the party after questioning spending decisions made by Kamala Harris’s campaign, Li stood by her decision to break ties with the Democratic Party.

Since joining the Trump fundraising committee, Li has been inundated with requests from donors eager to contribute to the inauguration fund. The committee has already raised a record-breaking $170 million, with donations pouring in from high-profile figures like Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, and Sam Altman. Li described the demand for access to VIP events during the inauguration weekend as unprecedented, with donors even doubling their offers in hopes of securing a spot.

Despite her background as a prominent Democratic fundraiser, Li said that pivoting to raising money for Trump’s inauguration has been a seamless transition. She noted that many of the donors she is working with now are actually Democrats who believe that Trump has been beneficial for the business community. Even those who have been wait-listed for VIP events have expressed interest in working with the administration in the future.

Overall, Li described the response from donors as overwhelmingly positive, with enthusiasm for the incoming administration reaching new heights. The committee is expecting donations to climb even higher, with estimates suggesting they could surpass $200 million. Despite facing some backlash for her decision to leave the Democratic Party, Li remains confident in her choice and is excited to continue working with donors who share her vision for the future.