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Podcaster Challenges Booker on AIPAC Ties and Netanyahu

10/16/2025

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Podcaster Jennifer Welch challenged Senator Cory Booker over ties to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and a photo with Benjamin Netanyahu, calling it a betrayal.
Welch noted Booker accepted $800,000 from AIPAC and questioned his claim of rejecting corporate PAC money.
Booker defended himself, saying he relies on small-dollar donations and seeks Democratic unity.
Booker avoided calling Netanyahu a war criminal, calling the question a litmus test.
The exchange underscored tensions within the Democratic base over Israel.

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Podcaster Jennifer Welch challenged Senator Cory Booker over ties to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and a photo with Benjamin Netanyahu, calling it a betrayal.
Welch noted Booker accepted $800,000 from AIPAC and questioned his claim of rejecting corporate PAC money.
Booker defended himself, saying he relies on small-dollar donations and seeks Democratic unity.
Booker avoided calling Netanyahu a war criminal, calling the question a litmus test.
The exchange underscored tensions within the Democratic base over Israel.