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AIPAC has spent a record amount on Michigan's Senate primary, the biggest test of its influence yet
By Joey Cappelletti, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 19, 2026
· 6 min read
Senate candidate Haley Stevens talks often about manufacturing, taking on President Donald Trump and why she’s the Democrat best positioned to win Michigan. The congresswoman has far less to say about the pro-Israel group that has spent millions trying to get her elected.The American Israel Publi...
Key takeaway Asked twice about AIPAC during a July campaign stop in West Michigan, she responded for more than 800 words without mentioning the group a single time.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio residents may wonder what a Michigan Senate primary has to do with their community, but the significant investment by AIPAC in this race has implications for local conversations about campaign finance and outside influence. As a city with a diverse population, San Antonio's own elections can be shaped by national groups and interests, making it crucial for voters to be aware of the sources of campaign funding. The fact that AIPAC has spent a record amount in Michigan raises questions about the role of special interest groups in shaping local and national politics, and how this might play out in future San Antonio elections. With the city's own elections often featuring a mix of local and national issues, the outcome of the Michigan primary could provide insight into the effectiveness of grassroots organizing in the face of substantial outside spending.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Senate candidate Haley Stevens talks often about manufacturing, taking on President Donald Trump and why she’s the Democrat best positioned to win Michigan. The congresswoman has far less to say about the pro-Israel group that has spent millions trying to get her elected.The American Israel Publi...
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