Democrats test AIPAC's influence
This year's Democratic Party primary elections saw a challenge from party voters against candidates supported by the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), leading to significant victories for independent and critically-minded candidates regarding Israel in state and congressional races. These successes occurred amid divisions within the party, with many candidates criticizing the Israeli government and expressing greater support for Palestinians. Meanwhile, AIPAC, which advocates for Israel, spent millions of dollars backing pro-Israel candidates, reflecting shifts in American public opinion towards Israel, especially following the repercussions of the October 7 attack. These Democratic victories enable challenges to the traditional influence of the pro-Israel establishment and play a role in the future control of the Senate, as the party aims to regain the majority.
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