Moulton’s AIPAC Reversal Questioned Over Refund Gap and Reported Endorsement Pitch
New reporting says he had recently sought the group’s backing, intensifying scrutiny of his timing and the scope of the refunds he now promises.
Overview
- Rep. Seth Moulton says he will return AIPAC money and refuse future support after launching a primary challenge to Sen. Ed Markey.
- His campaign told The Hill it would refund about $35,000, while FEC-linked reporting tallies more than $84,000 tied to AIPAC, including $15,000 directly and over $69,000 via earmarked donations.
- AIPAC has not confirmed the amounts and criticized Moulton’s move, with spokesperson Marshall Wittmann saying he was abandoning supporters to grab attention.
- Jewish Insider, cited by Mediaite, reported Moulton had sought a promise of an AIPAC endorsement before denouncing the group; the campaign did not deny that account in Mediaite’s report.
- Coverage also notes Moulton accepted AIPAC-linked funds through 2024 while criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu and calling for a ceasefire, fueling fresh attacks on his timing and consistency.