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A progressive coalition is calling on Democratic leaders to resist the pro-Israel groups influence in party primaries, following two stinging progressive defeats.
Big money is striking back against "the Squad," but preparedness and a local focus are still within a candidates control.
George Latimers victory is a major defeat for the left.
The New York congressman was reelected with a narrow majority in 2022. The lightning-rod issue of Gaza and other missteps created a path for a popular challenger.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
"This election is about whether billionaire super PACs can buy our democracy, the Vermont senator said.
The mainstream progressive defeated Susheela Jayapal, a former county commissioner favored by the activist left.
The winner, Maryland state Sen. Sarah Elfreth, benefited from the largesse of the highest-profile pro-Israel group.
Former Rep. John Hostettlers votes against foreign aid and comments about Jewish political influence stirred deep-pocketed opposition.
Former Rep. John Hostettler, an opponent of foreign aid, is accused of trafficking in antisemitic tropes. His response to criticism has not helped.
Former Capitol police officer Harry Dunn called out AIPACs GOP ties after the pro-Israel groups super PAC backed one of his opponents.