She’s Challenging an AIPAC Democrat. A National Progressive Group Wants In.
Past challengers to California Democrat Rep. Jimmy Gomez have run up against big spending from special interest groups.
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Who’s Spending in Your Congressional Election? We Tracked the Front Groups Fueling the 2026 Midterms.
Murky political spending groups tout innocuous causes like “jobs,” “democracy,” and “electing women.” Here’s a guide to who’s really behind them.
Down Two Squad Members, Progressives Come for an AIPAC Democrat
Justice Democrats, the group that helped elect the Squad, is backing a primary against AIPAC-backed incumbent Rep. Shri Thanedar.
Sunrise Movement Pushes Anti-War Candidates, Endorsing Melat Kiros in Denver
The group’s increasing anti-war push shows how progressives are leveraging an unpopular war in the midterms.
Democratic Leaders Avoid Criticizing Trump’s Iran War. Now Voters Will Have a Say.
Top Democrats close to AIPAC stick to criticizing Trump’s process failures — but primary candidates are calling for a referendum on the war itself.
She Lost Her Job for Speaking Out About Gaza. Can It Power Her to Congress?
Justice Democrats endorsed Melat Kiros in Denver as the progressive group looks to recover from crushing losses to AIPAC-backed candidates last cycle.
“Me Too” Comes Back to Congress
Intercept staffers discuss the themes emerging this midterm election season.
How Does AIPAC Shape Washington? We Tracked Every Dollar.
The Intercept followed AIPAC’s money trail to reveal how its political spending impacts the balance of power in Congress.
Abdul El-Sayed Wants to Be the First Pro-Palestine Senator From Michigan
In a tight Democratic primary, El-Sayed is trying to distinguish himself as one of two candidates running from the left.
Trying to Block Arms to Israel, Bernie Sanders Denounces AIPAC’s Massive Election Spending
Republicans need to worry about getting bullied by Elon Musk, and Democrats need to worry about AIPAC, Sanders said.