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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 KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· 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 Piney Point
The influence of outside spending in local elections is a concern for Piney Point Village residents, who value community-driven decision making. While the Michigan Senate primary may seem distant, the role of groups like AIPAC in shaping election outcomes has implications for local politics. In Harris County, where Piney Point Village is located, voters have seen increased spending by outside groups in recent elections. The question of whether grassroots organizing can overcome such spending is relevant to local campaigns, where community support and personal connections are often key to a candidate's success. As voters in Piney Point Village consider their own local elections, they may wonder whether similar dynamics will play out in their own community, and whether local candidates will be able to resist the influence of outside money.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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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