Progressive Democrats Seek Protection Against Pro-Israel Primary Challenges

AIPAC Reportedly Preparing $100 Million Campaign to Oust 'Squad' Members and Other Progressives

Progressive Democrats, including members of the 'Squad', are seeking protection from House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries against primary challenges from pro-Israel Democrats.
Jeffries, who supports Israel, has pledged to defend incumbents in the next election cycle, but faces a challenge in dissuading the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) from spending money in Democratic primaries against them.
AIPAC is reportedly preparing to spend up to $100 million to oust members of the 'Squad' and other progressives who have criticized Israel's response to the war in Gaza.
Reps. Jamaal Bowman, Cori Bush, Summer Lee and Ilhan Omar are already facing primary challengers, and AIPAC is reportedly aiding in the search for challengers to other progressives.
Members of the 'Squad' have been vocal in their criticism of Israel's response to the conflict and have called for a ceasefire.