AIPAC

We backed Birthright. Now it’s time for more big ideas for a post-Oct. 7 world - opinion

Not long ago, it felt as if we were in a Jewish golden age. Now, we must face the realities of our time and take action to ensure the continued vitality of the Jewish people.

FEBRUARY 13, 2026|ByCHARLES BRONFMAN/JTA, JEFFREY R. SOLOMON/JTA

Demonstrators hold US and Israeli flags during a rally in Central Park marking 150 days since hostages were taken in attack on Israel on March 10, 2024 in New York City.

DEMOCRATIC INCUMBENT Representative Tom Malinowski participates in a get out the vote event ahead of next month’s midterm elections on October 29, 2022 in Rahway, New Jersey.

AIPAC ads against pro-Israel New Jersey candidate open to conditions for US aid backfires

“We are going to have a focus on stopping candidates who are detractors of Israel or who want to put conditions on aid,” Patrick Dorton, a spokesperson for the United Democracy Project, said.

FEBRUARY 10, 2026|ByJOSEPH STRAUSS/JTA

Speaking via satellite feed from Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses AIPAC in Washington, US, March 26, 2019

Netanyahu weighing US trip for AIPAC conference, White House meeting with Trump

The prime minister's expected trip comes amid public disagreement between Jerusalem and Washington over the make-up of Gaza's Board of Peace.

JANUARY 20, 2026|ByAMICHAI STEIN

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a 40 signatures debate, at the plenum hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on January 5, 2026.

End of a special relationship: Israel no longer wants to be America’s political football - opinion

Israel can and should move forward on its own – still a close friend of the United States, but an independent friend, not a friend in need.

JANUARY 20, 2026|ByLEV STESIN

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

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.

AUGUST 4, 2024ByURI PILICHOWSKI

MARTIN INDYK, serving as US special envoy for Israeli-Palestinian negotiations, speaks with then-secretary of state John Kerry, in Paris, in 2013. Indyk continued to work hard to renew the peace process he had unsuccessfully attempted during the Oslo years, the writer recalls.

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.”

JULY 3, 2024ByRON KAMPEAS/JTA

Virginia Republican Rep. Bob Good introduces the Defending Students Civil Rights ActVirginian Republican State Del. John McGuire speaks at the Virginia Citizens Defense League Lobby Day rally

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.

JULY 2, 2024ByRON KAMPEAS/JTA

US REP. Rashida Tlaib (left) kisses Rep. Cori Bush as they take part in a protest outside the US Capitol in Washington last month, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

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?

JUNE 26, 2024ByAMI EDEN/JTA

Rep. Jamaal Bowman speaks during a rally at St. Mary's Park on June 22, 2024 in the Bronx, days before he was defeated in the Democratic primary.

'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.

JUNE 18, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

New York Times columnist, Thomas L. Friedman delivers his address after receiving his honorary doctorate from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. June 3 2007

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.

JUNE 8, 2024ByMICHAEL STARR

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

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.

JUNE 5, 2024ByBEN SALES/JTA

Elliot Brandt, speaking at AIPAC's 2019 conference in Washington, D.C.

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.

MAY 15, 2024ByRON KAMPEAS/JTA