Summary
- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez rallied support for progressive Democrat Jamaal Bowman in New York’s expensive House primary campaign.
- Pro-Israel lobbying groups have spent over $15m to oust Bowman.
- Bowman, a member of the Squad, is facing backlash for his criticism of Israel and calls to stop funding.
- The race has become an ugly and costly battle between Bowman and his challenger, George Latimer.
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- Mondaire Jones is fighting to defeat a centrist Democratic challenger, Adam Clayton Powell III.
- Jones has raised $2.4 million for his campaign.
- The primary race reflects broader tensions within the Democratic party.
- The outcome of the race could impact younger, progressive Democrats.
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- Progressive Democrat Jamaal Bowman faces a tough primary challenge in New York
- Concerns about rise of the far right and influence of pro-Israel spending in the race
- Past controversies, including pulling a fire alarm and sharing 9/11 conspiracy theories
- Bowman advocates for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and criticizes Aipac’s influence