Fact Check: Has Hakeem Jeffries received campaign contributions from AIPAC?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, a Democrat from New York, has taken campaign contributions from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), a pro-Israel lobbying group.

Rating: TRUE

Explanation: OpenSecrets data cited by Snopes show that Jeffries has received substantial financial support associated with pro-Israel donors, totaling approximately $1.74 million through 2024.

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Date: 11/12/2026

Last Updated on November 12, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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