Money Doesn't Mean A Thing Right Now, Warner Says

Sen. John Warner (R-Va.) raised only $500 in the first three months of this year. And judging from a statement released by his Senate office today, it looks like the past three months won't be much different.

"I am a traditionalist in believing that I should wait until a campaign begins before asking for financial support," Warner said. "Accordingly, my second-quarter figures will reflect my traditional approach, and will be available for public review after they are filed in accordance with this month’s deadline."

That deadline is July 15. A decision on his future will come in September, Warner said.

Political observers have questioned Warner's intention to seek reelection next year, and his decision to hold back on fundraising has only stoked the speculation. 

Warner essentially warned Washington to stop doing what Washington does best: speculate.

"If I confirm my decision to seek reelection, I have every confidence that I will be able to raise sufficient resources, in addition to what I already have on hand, and activate an organization, enabling me to wage a vigorous campaign leading to Election Day in November 2008," Warner said.

The full statement is after the jump.