AIPAC blacklists Democrats and funds campaigns over Israel aid votes

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) halted online donations to more than two dozen House Democrats on July 17 after they voted against a $3.3 billion U.S. military aid package for Israel. Donation buttons for the lawmakers were removed from AIPAC’s portal, while links for members who opposed the amendment remained active. AIPAC spokesperson said the organization appreciates representatives who stand on principle and is disappointed by those who do not.

In parallel, AIPAC‑linked groups have poured roughly $50 million into television advertising ahead of Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary. United Democracy Project, affiliated with AIPAC, has spent nearly $15 million—about three‑quarters of the outside‑spending pool—to support Rep. Haley Stevens, who backs unconditional military aid to Israel, and to oppose Dr. Abdul El‑Sayed, who has labeled Israel’s actions as genocide and called for an end to U.S. “blank‑check” aid. The spending underscores AIPAC’s broader strategy of influencing U.S. lawmakers and electoral contests over Israel‑related policy.