The Israel lobby has spent millions, but with little effect. Data after the midterm elections

AIPAC and its affiliates spent a total of approximately $55 million on losing campaigns. The largest part of this sum - approximately $32 million - was spent on activities against Democrat Abdul El-Sayed. However, the politician won the elections in Michigan, becoming the first Muslim elected to the US Senate.

Decreased effectiveness in subsequent elections

The current results differ significantly from AIPAC's previous results. In the 2022 congressional elections, 69 percent expenses of the organization's election committee supported the winning campaigns. Two years later, this rate reached 87%.

In this year's elections, however, it was only about 34%.

War and changing voter sentiment

Middle East Eye points out that the defeats of AIPAC-backed politicians may reflect growing criticism of Israel among American voters. According to the portal, these moods were influenced by the war in the Gaza Strip, as well as the American-Israeli war with Iran, which - as it was emphasized - contributed to the increase in the cost of living.

On Wednesday, US Vice President J.D. Vance assessed that both the conflict with Iran and Washington's close cooperation with Israel contributed to the Republicans' electoral defeat.

The Washington Post reports that more and more people among both Democrats and Republicans agree on ending unconditional American support for Israel. The daily adds that the last 30 years have been a period in which it has become an almost obligatory element of mainstream politics in the US in both parties.

In late October, AIPAC announced that it would no longer formally endorse specific candidates. The decision was linked to the deteriorating image of Israel, especially among the Democratic electorate. The organization's support, which for years was considered a political asset, is increasingly perceived as a burden.

Founded in 1954, the American-Israel Public Affairs Committee is one of the most important lobbying organizations in the United States. AIPAC promotes maintaining U.S. military aid to Israel and supports its policies, working with representatives of both major parties.