Congressional Republicans expect to add at least $23 million to their party campaign funds Tuesday night at an annual fundraiser featuring President Bush.
The National Republican Congressional Committee raised at least $14 million for House Republicans through the gala, while the National Republican Senatorial Committee took in $9 million.
At least 5,000 people were expected to attend the $2,500-per-ticket dinner at the Washington Convention Center. Some donors were giving more than the ticket price. The swing band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy was scheduled to perform, and the suggested attire was suits for the men and cocktail dresses for the women.
Some Senate GOP donors and fundraisers received invitations to special events with prominent Republicans on Monday night and Tuesday before the gala.
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