The Department of Homeland Security raid on Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home is just the latest example of Trump weaponizing the federal government to target his political opponents. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris continues to launder her track record on Gaza.
Political consultant Peter Feld breaks down the primaries, AIPAC’s losses (and wins), the attacks on Hasan Piker, and why a demoralized GOP and Democratic infighting could both shape the midterms in unexpected ways.
DSA member Angie Nixon defeated Alex Vindman in Florida’s Senate primary, outspent 16 to 1. She’s called Netanyahu a war criminal and opposes U.S. arms sales to Israel. Elsewhere in the state, progressive challengers didn’t see as much success.
When 100 Democrats voted last week to block $3.3 billion in U.S. aid to Israel, it was the clearest sign yet that lawmakers are responding to voters’ overwhelming sentiment. But it still remains unclear whether this will lead to actual policy change.
Democratic socialist Melat Kiros unseated longtime incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado this week. It was another sign that Democratic Party voters will no longer accept “Progressive Except for Palestine” candidates.
Graham Platner prevailed in Maine’s Senate primary despite being heavily targeted by pro-Israel advocates. It’s the latest sign that Israel lobby smears no longer work as they used to.
Presidential hopeful Gavin Newsom claimed Israel is an apartheid state, then backtracked days later. While this may satisfy political donors, voters will likely see things differently.
James Zogby talks to Mondoweiss about his late friend, Jesse Jackson, and his enduring legacy among Arab-Americans.