GOP 2024 hopefuls offer incentives for small donations to qualify for debate
- North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum is offering $20 gift cards for $1 donations to reach the donor threshold for the GOP presidential debate.
- Burgum has spent over $5 million on ads for his presidential bid and aims to focus on the economy, energy, and national security if elected.
- Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy is letting donors earn commissions for fundraising on his behalf through his "Kitchen Cabinet" program.
- The unconventional tactics raise questions about potential campaign finance violations.
- Some candidates defend Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds from criticism by Trump for not endorsing in the primary.