A pro-Israel super PAC has successfully defeated one member of the Squad and is now setting its sights on another. The group, known as Democratic Majority for Israel (DMFI), played a significant role in the recent defeat of Nina Turner in Ohio’s special election for Congress. Turner was a vocal critic of Israel, which prompted DMFI to pour significant resources into supporting her opponent. Now, the PAC is focusing its efforts on Cori Bush, another member of the Squad who has been critical of Israel in the past.
DMFI’s involvement in these races highlights the growing divide within the Democratic Party over its approach to Israel and Middle East policy. While the Squad and other progressive members have called for a more critical stance towards Israel and increased support for Palestinians, more traditional Democratic groups like DMFI are seeking to maintain the party’s traditional support for Israel.
The group’s efforts in these races are part of a larger trend of outside groups exerting influence in Democratic primaries. With the rise of progressive challengers and a more diverse set of voices within the party, organizations like DMFI are working to protect incumbents and maintain the status quo.
As the midterms approach, the battle over Israel and Middle East policy is likely to intensify within the Democratic Party. DMFI’s success in defeating one Squad member and its continued efforts against Cori Bush show that the debate over Israel is far from settled within the party. It remains to be seen how this conflict will play out in future races and how it will impact the party’s broader policy agenda.
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