Great question. AIPAC’s goal is to keep the U.S.-Israel relationship strong. They don’t just target senators. They want governors, mayors, and anyone who can influence public opinion. Newsom is a national star. If they can get him on their side, it’s a huge win.
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They also love his "Campaign for Democracy" PAC because it’s a pass-through for dark money. Donors give to the PAC, which then spends on state races. It’s legal. It’s shady. And it’s very American.
So when Newsom goes to these AIPAC donor retreats, he’s not just shaking hands. He’s sewing a financial quilt that covers his entire political future. The left hates it. The center shrugs. The right laughs. Classic.
What do his supporters say?
They say, "Gavin is a pragmatist. He’s building a broad coalition." They point to his record on climate, housing, and abortion. "He’s not changing his policies for a check," they claim. But is that true? Let’s look at his rhetoric on Israel.
Last year, Newsom condemned the "anti-Semitic vitriol" after a pro-Palestinian protest. He called the equating of Zionism with Nazism "disgusting." That’s exactly the language AIPAC loves. Coincidence? You decide.
Meanwhile, his progressive base—the squad-worshipping, Palestine-flag-waving crowd—is fuming. They think he’s cozying up to a lobby that platforms far-right Israeli politicians. They feel betrayed. Ouch.
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