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Santa Monica Campaign Cash Leaders | Venice Beach News
Early campaign finance reports reveal surprising money leaders in Santa Monica’s upcoming elections, with Douglas Trussler topping fundraising—thanks to a $25K personal loan—but incumbent Caroline Torosis holding the most cash on hand and strongest local support. Robbie Staenberg surges in School Board, Kera Blades-Snell brings in outside donors for SMC Board, and Sue Himmelrich self-funds her Rent Control run. Strategies vary: Trussler and Brett Morrow rely heavily on out-of-town cash, while others lean on local contributors. All candidates still need to qualify by August 7th via signature…
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