AIPAC

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

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.

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.”

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
03/07/2024

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.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
02/07/2024

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?

By AMI EDEN/JTA
26/06/2024

'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.

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

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.

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.

By BEN SALES/JTA
05/06/2024
 Angela Alsobrooks, picture taken 2011

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.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
15/05/2024

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.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
09/05/2024
AIPAC's longtime executive director Howard Kohr.

How Howard Kohr made AIPAC a pro-Israel powerhouse while keeping out of sight

Allies said that under Kohr, earthquakes within the lobby were the exception rather than the rule.

By JTA/RON KAMPEAS
05/04/2024
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