AIPAC
AIPAC sees mixed results in Illinois Democratic primaries
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The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) achieved victories in two Illinois House Democratic primaries but failed in the districts where it spent the most, including the 9th District won by Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss. AIPAC-aligned super PACs spent nearly $22 million across four races. The results prompted calls from allies and critics to reassess the group's strategy.
Illinois Democratic primary voters head to the polls Tuesday in a high-stakes U.S. Senate race to replace retiring Sen. Dick Durbin, alongside House contests drawing massive outside spending. AIPAC's nearly $22 million targets moderates in key House races amid Israel policy tensions, with total external funds from AIPAC, tech, and crypto interests reaching $50 million. Gov. JB Pritzker's backing of one Senate hopeful has sparked backlash from Black leaders.
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Outside groups tied to the pro-Israel organization AIPAC have spent millions on advertising and voter outreach in multiple Illinois Democratic House primaries, including the crowded contest to succeed retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky. The spending—often routed through newly created super PACs with neutral-sounding names—has intensified intraparty arguments over Israel and the role of big money in Democratic primaries.