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The article discusses the intense political battle between Democratic Senator Jon Tester and his Republican challenger, Tim Sheehy, in Montana. The race has attracted a significant amount of money from Wall Street billionaires on both sides, making it the most expensive per vote in Senate history. Despite being a three-term senator and having a strong coalition of support, Tester is facing challenges due to factors such as the influx of wealthy individuals to Montana and the influence of progressive wings within the Democratic Party. Polls show Sheehy in the lead, but Tester has won by slim margins in the past. The outcome of this race will test whether "all politics is local" still holds true in the current media landscape. [Extracted from the article]

Vice President Kamala Harris has received significant financial support from Wall Street, Silicon Valley, and Hollywood donors, according to the latest filings with the Federal Election Commission. In August, Harris raised $361 million, giving Democrats a $109 million cash advantage over Republican Donald Trump. Trump, on the other hand, spent $32 million more than the $130 million he raised, depleting some of his cash reserves. Notably, Elon Musk made the largest reported gift, giving $289,100 to the National Republican Congressional Committee. Despite new sources of support for Trump, Harris and her main super PAC have booked nearly double the amount of paid media compared to Trump and his allied super PAC. [Extracted from the article]

Kamala Harris will be holding a fundraising event in Manhattan, which is being promoted as a final opportunity to see her in New York before the election. Tickets for the event, called "Afternoon with Vice President Kamala Harris," range from $500 to $1 million, with the highest-priced option granting donors access to additional events and a photo with Harris. Harris has focused her public appearances in battleground states, but this event in Manhattan is part of a series of fundraisers in major cities. The Harris campaign has raised a significant amount of money, with $361 million raised in August alone. [Extracted from the article]

Doug Emhoff, the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, has played a crucial role in the Democratic campaign by getting donors to contribute and reassuring Jewish voters. Emhoff, a former Hollywood lawyer, used his connections in Los Angeles to help raise $615 million for the campaign. He has also been a key link between Jewish groups and the Biden administration in combating antisemitism. Emhoff's efforts have been praised by supporters and he is seen as a bridge between different camps within the Democratic party. [Extracted from the article]

Doug Emhoff, the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, has played a crucial role in the Democratic campaign by getting donors to contribute and reassuring Jewish voters. Emhoff, a former Hollywood lawyer, used his connections in Los Angeles to help raise $615 million in six weeks. He has also been a key link between Jewish groups and the Biden administration in combating antisemitism. Emhoff's efforts have been praised by supporters and Jewish leaders, who see him as a bridge between different camps and a voice for Jewish Americans. [Extracted from the article]

Christy Walton, an heir to the Walmart fortune, will co-host a fundraiser for Vice President Kamala Harris, indicating increasing support for the Democratic ticket among wealthy donors and business leaders. The event, taking place in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, will feature Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and former Montana Governor Steve Bullock. Tickets range from $1,250 to $100,000, with co-hosts expected to contribute at least $50,000 per couple. Walton, who is worth $15.4 billion, is one of the prominent Democratic donors who urged President Joe Biden to exit the race after his debate performance against Donald Trump. Harris has been able to attract a broader range of wealthy supporters than Biden, including donors from Silicon Valley, Wall Street, and big business. [Extracted from the article]

Actor Matt Damon and Broadway musical creator Lin-Manuel Miranda will be headlining a campaign fundraiser for Vice President Kamala Harris in New York. The event, scheduled for September 18, is charging $25,000 per person for tickets. The involvement of Damon and Miranda reflects the campaign's strategy of leveraging celebrity support to engage voters and donors. The Harris campaign has several fundraisers planned for September, with allies like Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and members of Congress working to persuade major donors to contribute. Recent polls show a close race between Harris and rival Donald Trump, with Harris holding a slight lead. [Extracted from the article]

Vice President Kamala Harris is described as a pro-growth capitalist who envisions a forward-looking economy that benefits everyone, according to her husband Doug Emhoff. Emhoff emphasized that Harris understands and supports his career as a business and media lawyer. He also highlighted her commitment to addressing cheating and unfair practices, drawing on her experience as a prosecutor. Harris has unveiled some of her economic plans, including expanding the child tax credit, implementing housing measures, and extending caps on drug costs. While she has faced criticism for lacking specificity, her campaign has emphasized her record as California attorney general and her involvement in targeting predatory foreclosure practices. [Extracted from the article]

Kamala Harris' campaign for the Democratic nomination has been characterized by a lack of specific economic policies, instead focusing on hope and joy. This approach has been successful so far, with Harris raising over $200 million for her campaign. However, some business executives are cautiously curious about Harris' stance on economic issues and whether she will move the party back towards the center. They hope that Harris will formulate new economic policies that differ from some of the moves made by the Biden administration, such as increased regulatory scrutiny on Wall Street. Harris' lack of policy detail is unusual, but her campaign believes that rolling out new policies will be easy due to the record built by the Biden administration. [Extracted from the article]

A group of billionaires, including Bill Ackman, Ken Griffin, and Julia Koch, will be hosting panels at their Hamptons homes as part of the Milken Institute event. The Hamptons Dialogues series will bring together the ultra-rich, CEOs, and veterans of the US government to discuss various topics such as the American dream and the future of warfare. The event will include panels, dinners, receptions, and a tennis tournament that benefits the Prostate Cancer Foundation. Access to the event ranges from $25,000 to $200,000. [Extracted from the article]