"As of July 2025, the Trump campaign has left at least 10 cities with unpaid bills related to public safety costs for his rallies since 2016, with the total amount exceeding $841,000.

The issue has persisted for several years, with some cities still seeking payment for services rendered during events held as far back as 2016.

El Paso, Texas: The city is owed $569,204.63 for a 2019 rally, and the El Paso City Council retained a law firm to advocate for payment.

Spokane, Washington: The city is owed $65,124.69 for a 2016 event.

Tucson, Arizona: The city is owed $81,837 for a 2016 rally and now requires the campaign to pay for services up front.

Burlington, Vermont: The city is owed $8,464.27 for a 2016 rally.

Lebanon, Ohio: The city is owed $16,191 for a 2018 rally.

Mesa, Arizona: The city is owed $64,467 for a 2018 rally.

Eau Claire, Wisconsin: The city is owed $47,398 for a 2016 rally.

Erie, Pennsylvania: The campaign has racked up more than $40,000 in rally costs, with bills dating back to 2018.

St. Cloud, Minnesota: The city is owed $208,935.17 for a 2024 rally.

Orlando, Florida, Grand Rapids, Michigan, Manchester, New Hampshire, and Rio Rancho, New Mexico: These cities reported no outstanding bills as of the time of the report."

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