Patrick Murphy Banks $1.6 Million for New Senate Campaign

U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy, D-Fla., declared for the U.S. Senate last Monday -- and he certainly made the most of his time for the new campaign.

On Thursday, Murphy announced he had raised $1.25 million during the quarter, including $750,000 since launching his Senate bid. At the end of March, Murphy had $1.6 million in the bank.

"I am overwhelmed by the enormous support we're receiving from Floridians across the state," said Murphy. "Americans are tired of the hyper-partisanship and constant bickering in the Senate that has led to an unprecedented amount of gridlock, which is keeping us from strengthening the middle class and protecting Social Security and Medicare. We need fresh, new leadership for Florida, and I'm humbled by the trust so many people across the state are placing in me."