AIPAC

These pro-Palestine PACs seek to challenge AIPAC influence in US politics

Multiple anti-Israel lobbying PACs are trying to counterweigh AIPAC and elect pro-Palestinian candidates as Americans’ sympathy toward Israel wanes.

Pro-Palestinian  demonstrators rally outside AIPAC headquarters and the offices of Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, who've both been endorsed by the group, in New York City, February 22, 2024.
Daniel Biss speaks to supporters after winning the Democratic primary for Illinois' 9th congressional district, March 17, 2026.

Jewish progressive prevails in closely watched Illinois primary, blasting AIPAC in victory speech

Evanston mayor and congressional candidate Daniel Biss, right, confronts U.S. Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino in Evanston, Illinois,  Dec. 17, 2025.

What to know about AIPAC’s boosting of a candidate who accused Israel of genocide

A VISITOR holds an AIPAC folder in an elevator in Rayburn House Office Building on March 12, 2024 on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.

Zionism gave Jews the courage to be consequential - opinion


Pro-Israel group backs Wesley Bell against Cory Bush in tight race

While Bush’s June and July polling numbers stayed the same, DMFI PAC’s polling found Bush’s overall support has dropped since January.

The Missouri State House is pictured in Jefferson City, Missouri, US, August 5, 2004.

Remembering former ambassador Martin Indyk: A legacy of debate and diplomacy - opinion

Ambassador Martin Indyk, a key figure in US-Israel diplomacy, passed away recently. His lifelong commitment to understanding and resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict should inspire us all.

 MARTIN INDYK, serving as US special envoy for Israeli-Palestinian negotiations, speaks with then-secretary of state John Kerry, in Paris, in 2013. Indyk continued to work hard to renew the peace process he had unsuccessfully attempted during the Oslo years, the writer recalls.

Challenger backed by Republican Jewish Coalition defeats Bob Good, leader of far-right faction

"Being pro-Israel is good policy and good politics — on both sides of the aisle.”

Virginia Republican Rep. Bob Good introduces the Defending Students Civil Rights ActVirginian Republican State Del. John McGuire speaks at the Virginia Citizens Defense League Lobby Day rally

Next up, Cori Bush: After Jamaal Bowman defeat, pro-Israel donors pivot to Missouri

AIPAC texted its followers, after Jamaal Bowman lost in New York, that Missouri Rep. Cori Bush was next.

 US REP. Rashida Tlaib (left) kisses Rep. Cori Bush as they take part in a protest outside the US Capitol in Washington last month, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

AIPAC spent more than $14M to unseat Jamaal Bowman. Did it have to?

The (15) million-dollar question is: Did AIPAC’s spending make a meaningful difference?

 Rep. Jamaal Bowman speaks during a rally at St. Mary's Park on June 22, 2024 in the Bronx, days before he was defeated in the Democratic primary.

'Today’s Israel is in existential danger’: Thomas Friedman slams American leaders

Friedman sharply criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of prioritizing personal survival over national security due to his ongoing corruption charges.

 New York Times columnist, Thomas L. Friedman delivers his address after receiving his honorary doctorate from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. June 3 2007

Jews and supporters of Israel celebrate hostage rescue worldwide

Jews worldwide celebrated as the IDF rescued four hostages from Hamas in Gaza. Organizations lauded the operation while advocating for the release of remaining captives.

Israelis celebrate the release of four hostages in Ramat Gan on June 8, 2024

AIPAC taps its No. 2, Elliot Brandt, to be its next CEO at uncertain time for US-Israel relations

Elliot Brandt, currently the AIPAC’s vice CEO, will succeed longtime CEO Howard Kohr, who is stepping down at year’s end after nearly 20 years leading the group.

Elliot Brandt, speaking at AIPAC's 2019 conference in Washington, D.C.

Angela Alsobrooks beats AIPAC-aligned opponent in Maryland Democratic primary

In one of the costliest Senate primary races in US history, Trone spent at least $62 million of his own money and did not accept money from political action committees.

 Angela Alsobrooks, picture taken 2011

Longtime Israel critic loses Indiana Republican House primary after campaign by Jewish groups

The RJC previously worked to oust Iowa Republican Rep. Steve King, who had a history of condoning white supremacists. He lost his primary in 2020.

 THEN-PRIME minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the AIPAC Conference in Washington in 2018.