"In recent years, AIPAC has aligned itself too closely with Prime Minister [Benjamin] Netanyahu's government, Moulton said in a statement. I'm a friend of Israel, but not of its current government, and AIPAC's mission today is to back that government. I don't support that direction. That's why I've decided to return the donations I've received, and I will not be accepting their support."
"For decades, Israel has leveraged its political connections and network of wealthy donors to push for unconditional support for Israel. In 2022, AIPAC organised a political action committee (PAC) to exert sway in US elections, mostly using its financial might to help defeat progressive candidates critical of Israel in Democratic primaries. Last year, the group helped oust two vocal critics of Israel in Congress Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush by backing their primary challengers with tens of millions of dollars."
Seth Moulton will return donations from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and will not accept future support. Moulton rejects AIPAC's backing because the organization closely aligns with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government. Moulton identifies as a friend of Israel but opposes its current government and policy direction. Moulton is preparing a primary challenge to Senator Ed Markey. AIPAC created a political action committee in 2022 and has used significant financial resources and donor networks to influence US elections and defeat progressive Democratic candidates critical of Israel. Recent actions have made AIPAC support a political liability amid concern over Israel's conduct in Gaza.
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