By Mohamad Hammoud For decades, AIPAC turned political contributions and electoral pressure into extraordinary influence over American foreign policy. But Gaza and changing public opinion are challenging a political establishment that once appeared untouchable. From a Small Lobby to a Washington Po»»»

CHICAGO: A Palestinian-American journalist and social media influencer is tied for first place among 16 other candidates in the March 2026 Democratic primary election for the ninth Illinois congressional district seat. Kat Abughazaleh, whose father and grandparents originate in Gaza and Bethlehem, »»»