AIPAC stops taking donations for House Democrats who voted to cut military aid to Israel

The influential pro-Israel lobby group AIPAC has ceased accepting fundraising contributions for 15 U.S. House Democrats who recently voted in favor of an amendment to cut military aid to Israel. This move signals a significant consequence for lawmakers who diverged from the group's stance on the issue.

The amendment, introduced by Republican Rep. Thomas Massie, was defeated but garnered support from nearly half of the Democratic caucus, highlighting a deepening division within the party regarding aid to Israel. Among the 103 House Democrats who supported the measure were 15 individuals previously endorsed by AIPAC for their reelection campaigns.

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Washington should not provide a blank check for military aid to any country that does not comply with US law, interests, and values.

By Friday, the Times of Israel reported, donations to these 15 lawmakers via AIPAC's website were no longer possible. Democratic Rep. Katherine Clark, the House minority whip, had previously stated her support for the amendment, arguing that military aid should not be provided without adherence to U.S. law, interests, and values.

An AIPAC spokesperson commented on the decision, stating, "AIPAC members are deeply appreciative of their representatives who stand on principle and are disappointed by those who don’t." The growing support for cutting aid among Democrats marks a notable shift from previous years when such measures passed with near-unanimous support.

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AIPAC members are deeply appreciative of their representatives who stand on principle and are disappointed by those who don’t.