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Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed clashed in a Michigan Senate primary debate over campaign funding and U.S. policy toward Israel. Stevens, backed by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, accused El-Sayed of benefiting from GOP spending, while El-Sayed criticized Stevens for corporate and pro-Israel group support. The winner will face former Rep. Mike Rogers in the general election, with the Senate seat being a key target for Democrats.

A heated primary debate in Michigan highlighted tensions within the Democratic Party between moderate Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed. The candidates clashed over campaign funding, U.S. policy toward Israel, and transparency, with El-Sayed accusing Stevens of corporate influence and Stevens alleging GOP support for El-Sayed. The winner will face former Rep. Mike Rogers in a critical Senate race.

American Priorities PAC, which opposes AIPAC, will spend on Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan Senate primary campaign despite him refusing super PAC funds. The PAC claims it will 'do whatever it takes' to support El-Sayed.

Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed, Democratic candidates for Michigan’s U.S. Senate seat, debated inflation, foreign policy, and campaign finance, with El-Sayed advocating for Medicare for All and systemic change while Stevens emphasized affordability measures and financial transparency. They clashed over corporate influence in politics and Iran-related military actions.

Hakeem Jeffries, the House Democratic leader, faces limited opposition from progressive candidates like Melat Kiros over his support from corporate PACs and AIPAC, despite claims of potential challenges. Jeffries emphasizes his reliance on small donor contributions and Democrats believe their majority could neutralize threats to his leadership bid.

Mallory McMorrow suspends her campaign for the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan, leaving Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed as the remaining candidates. The race features a moderate and a progressive, with Stevens described as an AIPAC favorite and El-Sayed as an Israel critic.

CNN anchor Elex Michaelson remarked that Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff 'may not read as Jewish' as Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, sparking backlash for implying candidates could be ranked on how 'Jewish' they appear. Both Shapiro and Ossoff are potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates, with Michaelson later apologizing for the offensive comment. Critics argued the discussion reinforced problematic stereotypes about Jewish political identities.

The article discusses the emergence of Israel as a campaign issue in the US, highlighting far-left candidates winning Democratic primaries and Mayor Zohran Mamdani's AIPAC comment along with reactions from New York rabbis.

Melat Kiros, a pro-Palestine immigrant and political newcomer, defeated 30-year incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado's Democratic primary. Kiros, who criticized Israel and faced opposition from Aipac-backed candidates, is likely to win the November general election, joining a wave of pro-Palestine progressives in U.S. Democratic primaries.

Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive candidate for Michigan's Senate primary, criticizes Third Way and Mike Rogers, framing his campaign as a challenge to corporate influence and political opponents. His campaign has gained attention through alliances with groups like National Nurses United and the Working Families Party, which aim to counter AIPAC's influence.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani plunged into a public pool in a business suit to celebrate summer but faced a political clash with GOP gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman over comments made about Democratic Socialists of America-backed congressional candidate Brad Lander. Mamdani defended Lander against Blakeman's allegations, while Blakeman accused Mamdani of antisemitism and anti-American sentiments.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani plunged into a public pool in a business suit to celebrate an outdoor pool anniversary, but the event was overshadowed by a political clash with GOP gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman over comments Blakeman made about Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidate Brad Lander. Mamdani condemned Blakeman's remarks comparing Lander to a 'concentration camp guard,' while Blakeman accused Mamdani of lacking credibility and antisemitism.

Over 700 pro-Israel rabbis signed an open letter demanding New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani apologize for calling the pro-Israel lobbying group Aipac 'monsters.' Mamdani defended his remarks by stating he was quoting Marxist philosopher Antonio Gramsci to describe the 'status quo' in Palestine.

Nearly 700 rabbis have denounced Mamdani’s AIPAC 'monsters' speech, claiming it is dangerous to Jews. Leaders from New York congregations across various denominations stated the mayor's remarks have put a target on American Jews.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani cited the death of Al Jazeera journalist Ahmed Wishah to accuse AIPAC and its supporters of being 'monsters,' despite evidence suggesting the cameraman was affiliated with Hamas. The article highlights Mamdani's omission of this context in his criticism.

Progressive candidates backed by Bernie Sanders and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won House primary elections in New York City, defeating an incumbent and two other opponents. The candidates, Brad Lander, Claire Valdez, and Darializa Avila Chevalier, are expected to win general elections and have criticized AIPAC and U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.

Adrian Boafo, backed by AIPAC and associated with Congressman Steny Hoyer, won Maryland's primary and pledged to strengthen the US-Israel alliance while advocating aid for Palestinians. The victory occurs amid growing opposition to AIPAC within the Democratic Party.

Avila Chevalier, a democratic socialist community organizer, defeated five-term U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat in the NYC primary for the 13th District. Chevalier's victory is notable as she is a first-time candidate and part of a broader success for Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) candidates in the city.

Brad Lander won the Democratic primary for New York’s 10th Congressional District, defeating incumbent Dan Goldman. The race was competitive in Manhattan and Brooklyn areas, with candidates differing on issues like AIPAC, Israel, and immigration.

Adrian Boafo and David Trone are competing in high-cost Democratic primaries for the House in Maryland, with AIPAC, crypto cash, and wealthy candidates influencing the race.

Rep. Dan Goldman criticized a Brooklyn coffee shop for banning him over his views on Israel, referencing a deleted social media post. The shop, Poetica Coffee, accused him of supporting Israel's actions in Gaza via AIPAC funding. Goldman faces a primary challenge from Brad Lander, who opposes U.S. military aid to Israel.

New York's Tuesday primaries will feature contests in the country's most Jewish congressional district and left-wing challenges against Democratic incumbents, with Israel, AIPAC, and Zohran Mamdani as central topics. The elections will test Democrats' positions on the Jewish state.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has defended his comment referring to AIPAC as 'monsters'.

Mamdani made a statement implying that Jews contribute more money to AIPAC than they pay in taxes, using language that evokes negative stereotypes without explicitly stating 'money-grubbing.'

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Donald Trump are influencing Democratic and Republican primaries in New York, Maryland, Utah, and South Carolina. Mamdani supports left-wing candidates including Darializa Avila Chevalier, Brad Lander, and Claire Valdez, while Trump endorses candidates in the South Carolina GOP gubernatorial runoff.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Donald Trump influence Democratic and Republican primaries in New York, Maryland, Utah, and South Carolina. Mamdani supports left-wing candidates challenging Democratic incumbents, while Trump endorses both contenders in a South Carolina GOP gubernatorial runoff.

The Justice Department is investigating Poetica Coffee for banning Rep. Daniel Goldman from its NYC cafés due to his support for Israel and ties to AIPAC. The coffee shop refunded and barred Goldman, calling his actions 'reprehensible,' and Goldman received over $190,000 in donations from AIPAC which he later disavowed. He is facing a primary challenge from former city Comptroller Brad Lander.

Jewish allies of Mamdani criticized his use of the term 'monsters' to describe AIPAC. The NYC mayor stated the term implies an 'untenable status quo,' while Rabbi Jill Jacobs called it part of a 'disturbing trend.'

A New York City coffee shop, Poetica Coffee, stated it would have refused service to Rep. Dan Goldman for supporting Israel, calling him a 'genocide enabler' in a social media post. The shop refunded his purchase and criticized his stance, while Goldman expressed disappointment, noting the barista was kind to him and his daughter. The shop faces a Democratic primary challenge from former city Comptroller Brad Lander.

A New York City coffee shop, Poetica Coffee, criticized Rep. Dan Goldman for supporting Israel, claiming it would have refused to serve him under its policy against 'genocide enablers.' The shop issued a refund after he visited its Brooklyn location, and both sides expressed disappointment. The incident has sparked legal and public scrutiny.

A Brooklyn coffee shop, Poetica, refused to serve U.S. Rep. Dan Goldman and issued a digital refund for his coffee purchase, criticizing his support for Israel during the Israel-Hamas war. The incident occurred ahead of Goldman's primary election against Brad Lander, with the shop stating they do not serve 'genocide enablers' and denying his campaign's past positive interactions at their locations.

Poetica Coffee in Williamsburg refused to serve Rep. Dan Goldman, claiming he is a 'genocide enabler' due to alleged ties to AIPAC. NY Mayor Mamdani defended criticizing the AIPAC lobby group as 'monsters.'

A New York rabbi accuses Mayor Zohran Mamdani of inciting violence against pro-Israel Jews during a campaign speech, following Mamdani's branding of AIPAC as 'monsters'.

Mamdani referred to AIPAC as 'monsters' during a rally ahead of New York primaries. Senator Bernie Sanders joined the NYC mayor to promote progressive candidates on the final day of the campaign.

Jewish groups including AIPAC, AJC, and ZOA are criticizing the US-Iranian Memorandum of Understanding, though their response is more subdued compared to their opposition to Obama's 2015 deal. A Republican Jewish group has praised Trump's agreement.

AIPAC's influence in New York primaries is significant despite not directly spending in Rep. Dan Goldman's race. Challenger Brad Lander criticizes Goldman's ties to AIPAC, positioning himself as more critical of Israel, while AIPAC faces broader scrutiny as a 'boogeyman' among progressives.

Massachusetts Senate candidates Seth Moulton and John Deaton engaged in a contentious debate, criticizing each other on issues including ties to Donald Trump, immigration policies, and foreign aid. Incumbent Sen. Ed Markey did not attend the event, prompting Deaton to accuse him of cowardice while Moulton defended him as a public servant.

Massachusetts Senate candidates Seth Moulton and John Deaton exchanged sharp attacks during a debate on issues including Trump, sanctuary policies, Israel, and immigration. Incumbent Sen. Ed Markey did not attend the event, drawing criticism from Deaton. Moulton sought to link Deaton to Trump, while Deaton criticized Markey's absence and called for rejecting both major parties.

Rep. Ro Khanna, a California lawmaker, has received an endorsement from TrackAIPAC after previously being targeted by the group for his legislative record. The endorsement followed his signing of the PEACE pledge, which rejects AIPAC funding and opposes military aid to countries committing human rights violations. TrackAIPAC is expanding its influence by endorsing candidates and pushing for Palestinian rights in Congress.

U.S. Rep. Dan Goldman and Brad Lander debated in New York’s 10th Congressional District Democratic primary, clashing over Israel’s actions in Gaza, U.S. military aid, ICE, and strategies to oppose Trump. Goldman emphasized experience and legislative action, while Lander advocated for corporate money rejection and direct organizing. Zohran Mamdani endorsed Lander.