Politics

Obama Campaign Set For a Lucrative Sunday

The President is predicted to raise at least $6.4 million at a fundraising event in Chicago today.

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CHICAGO—President Obama's five-fundraiser Sunday here will be one of the most lucrative days of his campaign, as he's set to bring in more than $6.4 million.

About 25 people are expected to attend his midday roundtable in downtown Chicago, where tickets cost $40,000, an Obama campaign official said. Tickets for the next event, a Gen44 fundraiser, start at $51 for the 850 people attending.