AIPAC Worries as Some Right-Wingers Find Principles
The passing of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, has apparently sparked a 'war over Israel on the right,' according to Mondoweiss. This supposed 'war' seems to be less about actual policy and more about whether conservative populists can align 'America First' rhetoric with billions sent offshore. This is the same right that, for decades, has provided the bedrock of support for Israel,
often echoing AIPAC's talking points louder than many Democrats. A 'political earthquake,' some call it, when figures like Tucker Carlson (who last year did not receive direct AIPAC contributions , distinguishing him from many congressional allies) question the blank check. Perhaps the 'worried' Israel lobby is finally understanding that unquestioning loyalty has a price, especially when the facts
on the ground become impossible to ignore. The concern isn't about human rights or international law; it's about maintaining those precious billions in U.S. taxpayer dollars. One might wonder if their anxiety would be so pronounced if American politicians weren't routinely funneled millions from pro-Israel PACs , ensuring votes like the $14 billion in HR 815 passed earlier this year.