Alexandria Ocasio Cortez on AIPAC

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez maintains a highly critical stance toward the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), rejecting all funding and support from the group. She has publicly characterized AIPAC as an extremist organization that actively destabilizes US democracy through its political activities. The lawmaker notably compared the lobbying group to the National Rifle Association, branding it the "NRA of foreign policy" following its attacks on progressive members of Congress who advocate for a ceasefire in Gaza. She views AIPAC's opposition to a ceasefire and its alleged targeting of pro-Palestinian lawmakers as disqualifying.

This opposition is rooted in the organization's prolific support for candidates who adhere strictly to pro-Israel stances, often backing challengers against progressive incumbents. The lawmaker has asserted that AIPAC's role in US politics is increasingly scandalous due to its influence over foreign policy funding and its opposition to cutting the flow of offensive US munitions. Her stance has led to internal party tension, particularly after she voted against an amendment intended to block military aid, explaining the vote was because the amendment did not fully halt offensive weapons sales.