AIPAC spending and antisemitism emerge in Michigan Democratic primary During a Michigan Democratic Senate primary debate, candidates Abdul El-Sayed, Mallory McMorrow, and Haley Stevens addressed the influence of AIPAC spending. El-Sayed positioned himself as the only candidate not seeking AIPAC’s support, criticizing the use of taxpayer dollars for military aid. Stevens receives significant backing from AIPAC, while McMorrow has support from J Street and emphasizes grassroots funding.

• The Michigan Democratic Senate primary debate focused on AIPAC’s spending and antisemitism.
• Abdul El-Sayed stated he is the only candidate who did not seek AIPAC’s support and criticized funding for foreign conflicts.
• Haley Stevens is heavily backed by AIPAC.
• Mallory McMorrow receives support from J Street and highlighted her campaign’s funding from individual donors.
• El-Sayed opposes the Israel-Hamas war and U.S. intervention in Iran, reflecting progressive concerns about Israeli lobbying.