US Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), claiming it undermines democracy and pressures officials to disregard US laws, including those against supporting foreign human rights abusers. She described AIPAC as a right-wing organization hostile to diverse opinions and noted its influence in the Democratic primary by spending $1.9 million against former Rep. Tom Malinowski. Ocasio-Cortez emphasized that many Americans oppose the use of US taxpayer-funded weapons in Gaza, viewing it as contrary to American values. Her comments were made following AIPAC’s support for a moderate candidate in New Jersey.
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