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Two-Thirds of Shri Thanedar's Campaign Cash Came Through AIPAC as He Lost Over $600K

AIPAC bundlers have propped up the Michigan congressman, who has invested millions in campaign funds in crypto.

17.07.2026 5

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Harlan Crow Maxed Out Campaign Donations to John Fetterman

The billionaire Republican megadonor had come under scrutiny for his ties to Clarence Thomas, while the senator drew ire for unconditionally...

15.07.2026 9

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Akela Lacy

Democrats Are Desperate to Flip an Arizona House Seat. They’re Rallying Around a Former Republican.

Three of the super PACs spending in Arizona have their eyes on different candidates — but they all have ties to AIPAC.

15.07.2026 10

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DSA Members Urge Campaigns to Ditch Platner Consultant Who Advised Mamdani

“We, the undersigned, call on DSA candidates and elected officials to no longer contract or work with Morris Katz or Fight Agency, his political...

10.07.2026 9

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Maine Senate Candidates Claim They’re Just Like Platner — But Entirely Different

Candidates are desperately trying to appeal to Graham Platner’s base. But they’re keeping Platner himself at arm’s length.

10.07.2026 7

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“Hobbled Out of the Gate”: Platner Allegations Set Off Scramble to Find a New Maine Senate Nominee

Amid Graham Platner’s swift downfall, most paths to selecting a replacement candidate look poisoned.

08.07.2026 10

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There’s a New Democratic Machine. It’s Unabashedly Socialist.

While establishment Democrats argue socialists are confined to the coasts, DSA chapters have helped elevate more than 300 candidates nationwide.

06.07.2026 10

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Socialist Momentum Grows as Melat Kiros Wins in Denver

A democratic socialist who lost her job for speaking out about Gaza unseated a 29-year incumbent.

30.06.2026 10

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Socialists Are Surging. In Colorado, a 29-Year Incumbent Is Sweating.

Rep. Diana DeGette didn’t take a socialist challenger seriously. Now she’s scrambling to convince voters she’s still the progressive pick.

30.06.2026 20

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Wades Into Tennessee Primary, Endorsing Justin J. Pearson

The congresswoman has a strong track record of backing winners this cycle — but she's emerging from controversy after sitting out key races in her...

25.06.2026 20

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Socialists Are Setting the Agenda in New York City

Claire Valdez and Brad Lander rapidly won their primaries Tuesday night, sending a sign of strength for an NYC left led by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

23.06.2026 10

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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Was Slow to Help Mahmoud Khalil. It Could Cost Him His Seat.

New York City democratic socialist Darializa Avila Chevalier has pointed to the incumbent’s dragging response as a key reason why she’s running...

23.06.2026 20

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Police Chased the Wrong Man, Then Shot Him and Watched as He Bled Out

Sheriff’s deputies in Michigan fired 27 shots at John Jenuwine. “He was not the guy that they were supposed to be chasing,” said the victim’s father.

18.06.2026 10

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Bernie Sanders Backs Justin Pearson, House Candidate at the Heart of Tennessee Voting Rights Fight

Pearson challenged the last Tennessee Democrat in the House. Now he’s up against the threat of total GOP control.

16.06.2026 10

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Pennsylvania Primary Results: Philadelphia Voters Could Send the Next Squad Member to Congress

Progressives including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez united around Chris Rabb in the tight four-way race.

19.05.2026 20

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Xavier Becerra Pushed to Inflate a Black Man’s IQ to Execute Him as California AG

Becerra, a front-runner for California governor, has a history of blocking police accountability measures and seeking to uphold the death penalty.

19.05.2026 60

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FBI Tip Claimed Mahmoud Khalil Called for “Violence on Behalf of Hamas” Two Days Before ICE Arrest

The FBI probe was promptly closed and found Khalil did not “warrant further investigation.” The Trump administration kept calling him a threat.

12.05.2026 20

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FBI Redirected Thousands of Workers to Target Immigrants Under Trump's Deportation Push

Over 9,000 FBI personnel were assigned to immigration after Trump returned to office — a massive diversion that experts warn could put national...

01.05.2026 50

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Democratic Leaders Wanted to Control the Maine Senate Race. Their Pick Just Dropped Out.

Janet Mills dropped out of the Senate race against Graham Platner, despite the establishment’s longtime support for the Maine governor.

30.04.2026 20

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Progressive Group Founded by Bernie Sanders Endorses Billionaire for California Governor

With voters on the left split across a wide Democratic field, Our Revolution says it backed Tom Steyer to avoid handing the seat to a Republican.

20.04.2026 30

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Bernie Sanders Backs Claire Valdez in NYC House Race Dividing Left and Progressives

Sanders waded into the New York City race between progressives and socialists to replace Nydia Velázquez on Thursday.

02.04.2026 30

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Illinois Results: Biss Leads Abughazaleh in Chicago as AIPAC Beats AI PAC Across Town

2nd District voters picked Donna Miller, backed by AIPAC-funded groups, while progressives Daniel Biss and Kat Abughazaleh compete in the 9th...

17.03.2026 50

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AIPAC Is Staying Out of Illinois Senate Race — But Its Donors Back Juliana Stratton

AIPAC is spending big in Tuesday’s Illinois House primaries. In the Senate race, its donors quietly lined up behind the lieutenant governor.

12.03.2026 50

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Trump’s Iran War Is Dividing Republicans. Pro-Palestine Groups Want Democrats to Exploit the Rifts.

A pro-Palestine group launched a $2 million ad buy aiming to exploit Republican rifts over Israel. They hope Democrats will take note.

04.03.2026 30

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Will James Talarico Really Fight for Justice in Texas?

The Senate primary between Talarico and Rep. Jasmine Crockett emphasized style over substance. Now local organizers want concrete promises.

04.03.2026 40

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Philadelphia Could Elect Its First Muslim Congressman. He’s Not Sure Where He Stands on Israel.

Sharif Street states no Israel policy on his website and was briefly the beneficiary of a pro-Israel fundraising page. He's trying to walk a fine line...

18.02.2026 70

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Jasmine Crockett Swears Off Corporate Cash — But Transferred Thousands From Her House Campaign

A Democrat running for Senate in Texas has a complicated history with corporate America and the crypto industry.

13.02.2026 150

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AIPAC Is Flooding Illinois With Cash. Pro-Palestine Groups Are Backing Kat Abughazaleh

The pro-Israel lobby has made Illinois a top target. Justice Democrats and the newly launched PAL PAC are trying to counter their influence. The post...

12.02.2026 30

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AIPAC Just Helped Put a Bernie Sanders Alum in Congress

The pro-Israel lobby poured money into New Jersey’s special election — and ended up splitting the vote between two moderates. The post AIPAC Just...

10.02.2026 30

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NY Democratic House Candidate Worked for Palantir Partners Pushing AI Border Surveillance

A former Biden national security adviser hoping to unseat Mike Lawler consulted for two defense tech firms that work with Palantir. The post NY...

09.02.2026 80

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AIPAC Donors Flood Last-Minute New Jersey House Pick With Cash

A fundraising push from the Israel lobby pits two moderates against each other in Thursday’s special election in New Jersey. The post AIPAC Donors...

05.02.2026 40

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He’s Running to Fill Jasmine Crockett’s House Seat From Her Left. He’s Also Her Pastor.

Justice Democrats is endorsing Frederick Haynes III, seeing him as their best shot to add a new Squad member from Texas. The post He’s Running to...

04.02.2026 50

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National Progressives Side With Mamdani in House Race Splitting NYC Left

Justice Democrats is endorsing Claire Valdez, a socialist with the backing of Mayor Zohran Mamdani and UAW President Shawn Fain. The post National...

14.01.2026 30

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AIPAC Is Retreating From Endorsements and Election Spending. It Won’t Give Up Its Influence.

The lobbying group is taking a quieter approach this midterms cycle, but it’s still seeking to keep Congress in Israel’s pocket. The post AIPAC Is...

30.12.2025 40

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Cop Group Alleges “Discrimination” by Prosecutor for Being Too Nice to Immigrants

The pro-police group wants the Justice Department to investigate a reformist prosecutor for violating the civil rights of against American citizens....

27.12.2025 30

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AIPAC Head Hosts Fundraiser for House Candidate Who Swears AIPAC Isn’t Backing Her

Laura Fine has distanced herself from the Israel lobby, but AIPAC donors are pouring funding into her Illinois congressional campaign. The post AIPAC...

16.12.2025 50

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Meet the U.S. Donors Funding ELNET, the AIPAC of Europe

These U.S. funders are exporting the same tactics that have for years helped AIPAC crush support for Palestinians to Europe. The post Meet the U.S....

15.12.2025 90

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AIPAC Spent Millions to Keep Her Out of Congress. Now, She Sees an Opening. 

Growing dissatisfaction with the Israel lobby may pave a lane for Nida Allam, who launched her congressional campaign in North Carolina Thursday with...

11.12.2025 60

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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....

04.12.2025 50

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AIPAC Donors Back Real Estate Tycoon Who Opposed Gaza Ceasefire For Deep Blue Chicago Seat

Progressive Rep. Danny Davis rejected AIPAC cash at the end of his career. Now the Israel lobby is coming for his seat. The post AIPAC Donors Back...

22.11.2025 60

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Zohran Mamdani Avoided Campaigning Against the Police. Will They Work With Him?

To implement his sweeping agenda, Mamdani will have to navigate the New York City Police Department and its influential union. The post Zohran Mamdani...

05.11.2025 50

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An NYPD Camera Points Directly Into Their Bedroom. They’re Suing the City Over It.

The suit is the first of its kind to take on the NYPD surveillance machine, accusing the cops of violating New Yorkers' constitutional rights. The...

28.10.2025 40

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The Left Put Its Faith in Graham Platner. Will He Break Its Heart?

Support for the Maine Senate candidate suggests that voters are so sick of what the establishment has to offer, they might look past a Nazi tattoo....

25.10.2025 50

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Trump “National Police Force” Built on ICE Partnerships With Local Agencies Like… Wildlife Commissions?

Trump is using lies about immigrant crime waves to create a massive law enforcement apparatus that operates under his orders. The post Trump...

20.10.2025 30

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Zohran Mamdani Has Pushed the Liberal Consensus on Palestine. The Left Isn’t Satisfied.

The debate over Mamdani’s candidacy highlights the ongoing identity crisis within the Democratic Party as voters turn against Israel over its...

17.10.2025 30

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Mohsen Mahdawi Faces Conservative Judges as Trump Administration Tries to Lock Him Back Up

The Republican-appointed judges could influence future rulings on defendants’ rights amid Trump’s free speech crackdown. The post Mohsen Mahdawi...

30.09.2025 30

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MIT Professor Cancels Israeli Military Grant After Student Pressure

“This concession shows that student campaigns do have an influence,” one student said. "These ties cannot survive transparency." The post MIT...

22.09.2025 50

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Nancy Mace Targets Ilhan Omar to Crack Down on Charlie Kirk Speech in Congress

The censure attempt comes as waves of people face professional reprisal over their speech in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s killing. The post Nancy Mace...

16.09.2025 40

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Kathy Hochul Endorsed Zohran Mamdani. Will Top Democrats Join Her?

The New York governor’s support for Mamdani marked a shift in the NYC mayoral race — but Democratic leaders like Chuck Schumer and Hakeem...

15.09.2025 30

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Ilhan Omar Brings War Powers to Block Trump Attacks After Venezuela Boat Strike

The resolution, shared exclusively with The Intercept, is the first measure to address the U.S. strike on a boat leaving Venezuela. The post Ilhan...

11.09.2025 30

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