Cori Bush calls out AIPAC after defeat: ‘I’m coming to tear your kingdom down’

Representative Cori Bush, known for her progressive stance and membership in the “Squad,” lost the Missouri primary despite significant opposition from the pro-Israel lobby AIPAC, which invested millions to defeat her. AIPAC’s involvement centered around her opposition to Israel’s policies rather than local issues, spotlighting its influential role in U.S. elections. Bush’s defeat underlines the substantial impact of political lobbying on election outcomes, particularly concerning U.S. foreign policy debates. Critics argue this reflects a broader tactic by AIPAC to stifle dissent against Israeli government policies within Congress, warning other politicians of the potential repercussions of vocal opposition.