The powerful pro-Israel lobbying group AIPAC is celebrating major successes following the U.S. midterm elections. More than 234 candidates supported by the organization’s members have won. Among those being congratulated is Hakeem Jeffries, who could become the first Black Speaker of the House of Representatives and who received substantial campaign contributions through AIPAC.
What will happen to the Israel lobby’s influence in American politics after the midterm elections? The day after the election, AIPAC published a post on X in which the organization congratulated pro-Israel politicians from both the Democratic and Republican parties. According to the organization, more than 234 candidates who had received support from its members had already won their elections.
AIPAC stands for American Israel Public Affairs Committee and is an American lobbying organization that works to ensure the United States continues to prioritize Israel’s interests. Through campaign contributions, contacts with politicians, and organized advocacy efforts, the organization seeks to influence U.S. decision-making.
”More than 234 candidates backed by AIPAC members have already won, while many other races remain too close to call”, writes AIPAC.
The organization also states that these members intend to increase their political involvement and continue to support pro-Israel candidates from both parties.
Jeffries has received over one million dollars through AIPAC
AIPAC extends special congratulations to the Democratic Party leadership Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries. Following the Democrats' victory in Congress, Jeffries could become the first Black Speaker of the House of Representatives, one of the United States' two legislative chambers.
At the same time, Jeffries has strong financial ties to AIPAC's lobbying network. According to the FEC database FundVoter Just over $1.02 million—equivalent to approximately 10 million Swedish kronor—has been funneled to his congressional campaign through AIPAC’s political action committee since 2022.
Of this amount, approximately $280,000 was raised during the 2026 election cycle, according to Who Funds My Rep. The funds consist primarily of contributions from individual U.S. donors channeled through the AIPAC PAC, not just direct donations from the organization’s own coffers.
Young Voters Question AIPAC's Power
At the same time, the Israel lobby faces criticism from both the right and the left. The Republican politician James Fishback says that during his campaign in Florida, young voters kept bringing up the issue of the candidates' financial ties to AIPAC.
”The most common question young voters asked me was: “Did you accept money from AIPAC?” I’m no supporter of the left, but they’re right on this issue.”, writes Fishback in X.
According to Fishback, young voters from both political camps are highly critical of AIPAC’s influence and U.S. financial support for Israel. His statement points to a conflict that also divides the American right.
It makes you want to throw up.
AIPAC is pure evil, and its power must be crushed.