Massie’s Tel Aviv jab spotlights Israel as a midterm flashpoint

Massie’s concession line about having to “find Ed Gallrein in Tel Aviv” underscored how Israel policy and the flood of pro‑Israel money have become a defining, polarized midterm issue, with donors and advocacy groups weighing in across states and races. The piece details broader tensions over Israel in both parties, debates about antisemitism, and surveys showing younger voters questioning broad Israel aid, as AIPAC‑aligned groups pour money into campaigns and candidates navigate a battlefield where opposition to Israel and concerns about Jewish influence shape messaging.