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The DNC resolutions committee rejected a symbolic resolution targeting the pro-Israel lobby AIPAC and deferred two Middle East policy resolutions to a working group, citing a broader push against dark money; critics argue the move avoids addressing the lobby's influence amid strong progressive backlash and large AIPAC spending in primaries.
U.S.-led strikes on Iran are intensifying Democratic primary debates over Israel and Gaza policy and are fueling heavy AIPAC-backed spending, visible in Illinois, North Carolina, and Michigan races as candidates navigate Gaza, Iran policy, and war-power questions ahead of the 2028 cycle.
Pete Buttigieg publicly challenged Kamala Harris's decision not to select him as her running mate, citing his electoral success and approach to politics, while Harris revealed she initially considered Buttigieg for the role but ultimately chose Tim Walz due to concerns about diversity and risk. The article highlights ongoing debates within the Democratic Party about diversity and electability.
Bernie Moreno, a Republican endorsed by former president Donald Trump, won the GOP primary for the Ohio Senate race, setting up a general-election matchup against Sen. Sherrod Brown. This race is crucial as it could determine control of the Senate next year. Democratic groups are already attempting to portray Moreno as an untrustworthy extremist due to his shifting stance on Trump and his opposition to the Affordable Care Act and abortion. Meanwhile, Trump and Biden saw wins in Republican and Democratic primaries in Ohio, Arizona, Illinois, Kansas, and Florida, with Biden's only loss being in Florida where the Democratic primary was canceled.
President Biden swept Democratic presidential primaries in Arizona, Illinois, Kansas, and Ohio, solidifying his position as the Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential election. Former President Donald Trump also clinched the 2024 GOP nomination. The general election campaign has begun, with Biden and Trump set to face off in a rematch, marking the first such rematch since 1956.
A movement opposing President Biden's handling of the Israel-Gaza conflict has led to hundreds of thousands of voters casting protest votes for "uncommitted" in Democratic primaries on Super Tuesday, with efforts spreading to states like Minnesota, North Carolina, Colorado, and Massachusetts. Despite Biden's victories in these states, organizers see the results as a win for the cease-fire movement, aiming to push Biden to call for an immediate, permanent cease-fire and halt U.S. aid to Israel. The movement has energized young voters and progressives, with new campaigns emerging ahead of Georgia's primary.
Super Tuesday is underway with voters in 15 states and one territory casting their ballots in the primaries. Former President Donald Trump and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley are facing off in Republican races across the country, while President Joe Biden is fending off his Democratic challengers. Alabama voters received wrong information ahead of the election, and Facebook experienced outages on Super Tuesday morning. Additionally, North Carolina's gubernatorial race is closely watched, and the primaries will set the stage for the 2024 battleground.
Joe Biden is polling high as the Democratic primaries kick off in South Carolina, where he aims to build on recent momentum and secure a strong showing. Buoyed by positive economic news, Biden is expected to dominate the primary, with an Emerson College poll showing nearly seven in 10 South Carolina voters planning to vote for him. The state's racial and economic diversity has made it a key battleground, with the Democratic National Committee placing it first on the primary calendar. Despite the attention, South Carolina is historically a Republican stronghold, and Biden is unlikely to heavily contest the state in the general election.
Donald Trump is poised for a significant victory in the New Hampshire GOP primary, potentially driving his last remaining opponent out of the race. Meanwhile, the Democratic primary results in New Hampshire remain uncertain, with varying polls showing different leads for Joe Biden. Israeli officials have offered Hamas a plan for a ceasefire and the release of captives in Gaza, while the U.S. and British forces have struck new Houthi sites in Yemen.
President Biden suggested that he might not have run for re-election if it weren't for the prospect of Donald Trump attempting to recapture the White House. At a campaign fund-raiser, Biden emphasized his determination to defeat Trump and prevent him from returning to power, portraying a second term for Trump as a threat to American democracy. Despite polls showing that most Democrats prefer another nominee, Biden believes he is best positioned to beat Trump again. He faces long-shot challengers in the Democratic primaries. Trump, who has his own political liabilities, is leading in polls for the Republican nomination. Biden is heading back to the campaign trail after two months focused on the Middle East.
Democratic Congressman Dean Phillips has entered the New Hampshire presidential primary as a write-in candidate, challenging President Joe Biden's attempt to marginalize the state. Phillips, who paid the $1,000 filing fee, criticized Biden's age and economic record while vowing to prioritize New Hampshire voters. Biden's decision to reorder the party's nominating calendar and elevate South Carolina as the leadoff state has drawn criticism from longtime Democratic power players in New Hampshire. The presence of Phillips in the race presents a dilemma for Biden, who risks losing the primary if he urges well-connected New Hampshire Democrats to stand down.
Florida Rep. Maxwell Frost, the first Gen Z member of Congress, has joined a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, becoming the 18th House Democrat to do so. Frost's decision is notable as he had previously been a strong supporter of Palestinian rights but faced pressure from lobbying groups Democratic Majority for Israel and the American Israel Public Affairs Committee during his campaign. Other progressive Democrats, including Reps. Pramila Jayapal and Greg Casar, have also signed on to the resolution. Meanwhile, J Street, a progressive pro-Israel organization, has faced pressure to support a ceasefire from former staffers and alumni. Israel has engaged in collective punishment in retaliation for the Hamas attack, cutting off essential supplies to Gaza. Efforts to free hostages and provide humanitarian aid continue.
A bipartisan group of House Representatives passed a resolution affirming that the State of Israel is not a racist or apartheid state, despite protests from progressive Democrats who argue otherwise. The controversy began when Rep. Pramila Jayapal agreed with protesters at a progressive convention who called Israel a "racist state." While some Democrats condemned Jayapal's remarks, others, including Reps. Jamaal Bowman, Cori Bush, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Ilhan Omar, voted against the resolution. Meanwhile, Pervez Agwan, a progressive challenger to an AIPAC-endorsed incumbent Democrat in Houston, is taking a different approach by criticizing his opponent for accepting money from AIPAC and speaking out against Israel's treatment of Palestinians.
Three liberal prosecutors in Northern Virginia, Parisa Dehghani-Tafti, Steve Descano, and Buta Biberaj, won Democratic primary races after campaigning on criminal justice reform and reducing incarceration. They faced challengers who accused them of mishandling cases and contributing to rising crime rates. Dehghani-Tafti and Descano will not face Republican challengers in the November general election, while Biberaj will face a former Republican commonwealth's attorney. The prosecutors were backed by Democratic donors, including George Soros, and emphasized their progressive agendas for a second term.
Tennessee Reps. Justin Pearson and Justin Jones, who were expelled earlier this year for their gun control protest on the House floor, have advanced past an election hurdle. Pearson defeated his Democratic opponent in his Memphis district and Jones was unopposed in his Nashville seat. Both lawmakers will face Republican opponents in the Aug. 3 general election. Pearson and Jones were reinstated by local officials days after their expulsion and have since gained national prominence. They have been vocal advocates for gun control and have pushed for a variety of gun control changes beyond what Republican Gov. Bill Lee has proposed.