Democrats Split on AIPAC as 2028 Candidates Distance from Pro-Israel Group

Three protesters stood up during a Democratic National Committee meeting at a New Orleans Hilton on Friday, demanding answers about U.S. funding of Israel and challenging party leadership about AIPAC, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee.

"Why you afraid of AIPAC?" one woman shouted as security removed her from the meeting room. The protesters also accused the party chair of breaking transparency promises.

The disruption highlights a growing divide within the Democratic Party over Israel policy. Reports indicate that none of the potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates has publicly embraced AIPAC, a powerful lobbying group that has traditionally had strong bipartisan support.

The DNC is considering a resolution that would condemn AIPAC for pushing Democratic candidates to take positions on the Israel-Hamas conflict that don't match what their voters actually want. Critics say AIPAC has too much influence over American foreign policy decisions.

This represents a major shift for Democrats, who historically worked closely with pro-Israel groups. The change reflects growing concern among some Democratic voters about U.S. military aid to Israel, especially among younger and more progressive party members.