Kanye West Loaned His Presidential Campaign Over $6.7 Million: Report

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A new report states that Ye's campaign has already spent nearly $6 million in two months.

Although news regarding Kanye West and his campaign for President of the United States hasn't been favorable, the rap mogul trudges forward. Americans were surprised to hear the news that Kanye West was serious about his bid for the 2020 Election, and he made sure people recognized earnestness by registering as a member of the Birthday Party. He added his vice presidential candidate, Michelle Tidball, to his ticket, and since that time, Ye has been battling with states over his inclusion on the November ballots.

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According to the rapper's campaign finance report that was turned over to the  Federal Election Commission, Kanye West has loaned his presidential campaign $6.7 million. West launched his campaign in July and since that time, $5.8 million has already been spent. The monies have gone to "consultants and fees," according to The Hollywood Reporter, and a company named "Fortified Consulting" of Tempe, Arizona holds $1.2 million of the campaign's debt.

Aside from Kanye's loan, his campaign has received donations from the public, but they seem to just be from "typical citizens" that have given anywhere from $200 to $1,000 dollars. The fight for Kanye West has been uphill as he's been dropped from ballots left and right, and recently it's been reported that he's sued to have his name added to the ballot in West Virginia.

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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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