Aipac

AIPAC is a central issue in the final Democratic debate before the Michigan primary, with Haley Stevens avoiding questions about her ties to the group and Abdul El-Sayed emphasizing its financial influence in the race.

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed accused Haley Stevens of being influenced by Israel due to funding from AIPAC. Stevens highlighted her congressional accomplishments and endorsements in response.

Democratic candidates Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan highlighted differences in their positions during a U.S. Senate debate, focusing on AIPAC, ICE, and a controversy involving Craig and John Hoffman. A social workers' strike in Chisago County entered its third month, and St. Paul mayor considers property tax increases to address a budget shortfall. Minnesota Vixen won a women's football championship.

Democrats in Michigan's Senate race clashed over AIPAC funding, the 'ogre on a pike' remark, and electability during a debate. El-Sayed defended his metaphor as targeting Sen. John Fetterman, not Stevens, and criticized pro-Israel and corporate spending supporting Stevens. Stevens countered by questioning El-Sayed's tax returns and national ambitions.

The Democratic Senate candidates in Michigan, El-Sayed and Stevens, clashed over AIPAC money, the 'ogre on a pike' remark, and electability during a primary debate. El-Sayed clarified his 'ogre' comment was about John Fetterman, not Stevens, while Stevens attacked El-Sayed's tax returns and national ambitions.

Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens, Democratic US Senate candidates, debated at Fox 2 Detroit ahead of the August 4 primary. The debate focused on topics including AIPAC and electability.

Michigan Senate candidates Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed clarified during a primary debate that El-Sayed's 'ogre' comment referred to Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman, not Stevens. Stevens criticized El-Sayed for prioritizing national political ambitions over Michigan-focused policy work. The debate highlighted tensions over external spending and rhetoric in their August 4 primary.

A growing number of Democrats are adopting the 'America First' slogan in response to Donald Trump's war with Iran alongside Israel. Candidates like Abdul El-Sayed, Ro Khanna, and Dan Osborn argue the phrase should prioritize domestic spending over foreign military engagements, while some Republicans also criticize Trump's actions as contradictory to the slogan. The shift reflects political fragmentation around the term.

Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination but did not address Israel or AIPAC in his victory speech. Anti-Israel activists rallied in support of him outside the convention hall, and he had previously accused Israel of 'genocide'.

Ads funded by the United Democracy Project, a group affiliated with AIPAC, claim El-Sayed has a history of 'disrespecting women.' El-Sayed's campaign calls the attacks 'misleading and offensive.'

Elizabeth Warren is actively campaigning for Senate Democrats in multiple states, endorsing candidates in tight primaries and emphasizing reducing corporate PAC influence. She supports Abdul El-Sayed and Peggy Flanagan in Michigan and Minnesota, respectively, while also backing Ed Markey in Massachusetts and Chris Pappas in New Hampshire. Warren highlights concerns about big money in politics and grassroots campaign challenges.

AIPAC has spent nearly $30 million in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary to support Haley Stevens, its largest investment in a single race, as she faces progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed. The race is seen as a test of whether grassroots organizing can counter unprecedented outside spending.

Incumbent Rep. Greg Stanton defeated progressive challenger Kai Newkirk in Arizona's 4th Congressional District primary. Newkirk criticized Stanton for his pro-business and pro-Israel positions, including voting to send aid to Israel and supporting the Laken Riley Act. Stanton, part of the New Democrat Coalition, is a member of AIPAC and faces a general election where he is favored to win a fifth term.

Rep. Greg Stanton defeated progressive challenger Kai Newkirk in Arizona’s 4th Congressional District primary after a contentious campaign. Newkirk criticized Stanton for his pro-Israel stance and ties to business interests, but Stanton retained his seat, contrasting with socialist victories in other Democratic primaries. Stanton, a member of the New Democrat Coalition, faces no immediate threat in the general election.

314 Action, a group formerly linked to AIPAC, has endorsed Abdul El-Sayed, a Detroit-based epidemiologist and doctor, in his campaign for the U.S. Senate. The endorsement highlights El-Sayed's healthcare background and aligns with 314 Action's initiative to elect healthcare professionals to public office.

A Detroit rally for Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, featuring Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders, drew a predominantly white crowd. Attendees and local residents expressed skepticism about socialism's appeal in blue-collar Michigan, with concerns raised about AIPAC ties and the viability of El-Sayed's campaign.

Pro-Israel group AIPAC has spent a record amount on Michigan's Senate primary, supporting Democrat candidate Haley Stevens against Muslim progressive Abdul El-Sayed in a state with the nation's largest US Arab community.

Haley Stevens, a Senate candidate, has avoided discussing AIPAC's $30 million investment in her Michigan campaign, focusing instead on issues like manufacturing and defeating Trump. AIPAC's support, aimed at defeating progressive rival Abdul El-Sayed, has become a contentious topic in Democratic politics amid divisions over U.S. support for Israel.

AIPAC has spent a record amount on Michigan’s Senate primary, marking its biggest influence test yet. U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is benefiting from tens of millions in pro-Israel spending in her Democratic Senate nomination race in Michigan.

AIPAC has spent nearly $30 million supporting Democratic Senate candidate Haley Stevens in Michigan's primary against Abdul El-Sayed. The race highlights tensions over political spending versus grassroots organizing and AIPAC's influence in Democratic politics amid the Gaza war.

AIPAC has spent $30 million supporting Democratic Senate candidate Haley Stevens in Michigan's primary against Abdul El-Sayed, marking their largest investment in a single race. The spending has become a central issue, with El-Sayed's allies framing the race as a test of grassroots organizing against outside funding.

AIPAC has spent $30 million supporting Democratic Senate candidate Haley Stevens in Michigan's primary against Abdul El-Sayed, marking its largest investment in a single race. Stevens has avoided discussing AIPAC's role despite its significant influence on the race, which is seen as a test of grassroots organizing versus outside spending.

AIPAC has stopped accepting donations for 15 House Democrats it previously endorsed for reelection after they voted in favor of a motion to cut military aid to Israel. The pro-Israel lobby group's website no longer offers the donation option to these Democrats.

After 103 Democrats voted to eliminate aid to Israel, the lobbying group AIPAC stopped online donations for more than a dozen Democratic lawmakers it had endorsed.

AIPAC closed its donor portal to Democrats who voted to end U.S. aid to Israel. The option to donate to House Democrats, including Representative Katherine Clark of Massachusetts, was unavailable.

The New York Times described AIPAC as a 'hard-right pro-Israel lobbying group,' sparking criticism from political commentators. The article discussed a failed House vote to cut U.S. aid to Israel, which saw majority Democratic support, and highlighted Democrats' growing reluctance to accept AIPAC donations. Critics questioned the Times' characterization, arguing AIPAC's staff and political history align more with left-center or centrist views.

AIPAC's political action committee removed online donation buttons for House Democrats who supported cutting U.S. aid to Israel. The move reflects a growing divide between AIPAC and Democrats, with representatives like Katherine Clark, Joe Neguse, and Pat Ryan affected. Over 100 Democrats voted for an amendment to reduce aid to Israel, citing concerns over Netanyahu's handling of the Gaza war, though the amendment failed.

Adam Smith, ranking member of House Armed Services Committee, voted to cut off Israel aid and claims anti-Israel activists vandalized his family home and assaulted a staff member. The article appears on The Times of Israel.

Abdul El-Sayed discusses AIPAC spending, the 'Defund the Police' movement, and clarifies his position on not identifying as a socialist. The article focuses on his perspectives on these political issues.

A WDIV/Detroit News poll surveyed Michigan Democratic voters on their preferences for the 2026 U.S. Senate primary, featuring candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens. Results showed high favorability for Governor Gretchen Whitmer (87.5%), with 34.4% of voters saying her endorsement would make them more likely to support a Senate candidate. Views on Democratic Socialists were split, with 57.6% favorable and 59.4% less likely to support candidates backed by corporate PAC money.

Cori Bush, a progressive congresswoman from Missouri, claims her reelection would weaken AIPAC, a pro-Israel lobbying group, and attributes her 2024 electoral loss to AIPAC's influence. She refuses to label Hamas as a terror group.

Democrats in Michigan select a U.S. Senate candidate on Aug. 4, with U.S. Representative Haley Stevens and former public health official Abdul El-Sayed competing in a primary that pits legislative experience against progressive policies. El-Sayed, backed by U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders and U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, holds a narrow poll lead, while Stevens is endorsed by retiring Senator Gary Peters. The race highlights potential shifts in Democratic Party priorities.

Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens in the primary to replace him. The primary features Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed, with the winner facing Mike Rogers in November. The race is a key ideological battle within the Democratic Party.

Retiring Sen. Gary Peters endorsed Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, shifting from neutrality to support her over progressive rival Abdul El-Sayed. The race focuses on contrasting platforms, with Stevens emphasizing manufacturing and jobs, while El-Sayed advocates for Medicare for All and campaign finance reform.

AIPAC is spending $865,000 to support Rep. Wesley Bell against Cori Bush in Missouri's 1st Congressional District primary. Bush, a Democratic Socialists of America member, was previously ousted by AIPAC in 2024. Justice Democrats, backing Bush, claims AIPAC's spending harms Democratic politicians.

Graham Platner, an anti-Israel candidate in Maine, ends his US Senate campaign following a rape accusation. He denies guilt and had previously concealed a Nazi tattoo while campaigning with anti-AIPAC rhetoric.

Haley Stevens criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu as a danger to Jews, while Abdul El-Sayed denounces Israel as a 'rogue' nation during a Michigan Senate debate. The Jewish state's role in the primary race is highlighted as a central issue in the contest.

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.