Aipac halts candidate endorsements amid US backlash against Israel
Summary
Aipac, a major pro-Israel group in the US, said it will stop directly endorsing political candidates or giving them money. Instead, it will keep supporting candidates through other political funds. This change shows that Aipac recognizes its direct support is now hurting more than helping candidates because public opinion about Israel has changed.Key Facts
- Aipac announced it will no longer directly endorse or fund political candidates.
- It will still use its super PAC, United Democracy Project, to support pro-Israel candidates.
- The change reflects a shift in US public opinion regarding Israel, especially after the Gaza conflict.
- Aipac has spent millions supporting candidates, including $32 million in Michigan against a critic of Israel.
- Many candidates who once accepted Aipac money now distance themselves from the group.
- Some elected officials have returned Aipac donations or refused to take its money.
- Aipac said the 2026 election will be very challenging and that it will change its political strategy.
- Critics say Aipac’s brand has become politically harmful for candidates due to its strong stance on Israel.
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