Update: Track AIPAC shared with L.A. TACO that Jimmy Gomez's campaign has accepted over $2.5 million from Israel lobbying groups as of November 24.
As 2026 quickly nears, local and state elections will take center stage. All races are drawing significant attention amid a broader fight over money, power, influence, and who represents Los Angeles and California in politics.
For the first time in U.S. history, political candidates are required to take a stance on the Gaza genocide at the hands of the Israeli government. Constituents understand that this involves full political, economic, and financial support from the U.S. government.
Voters want to know whether candidates are accepting campaign contributions from pro-Israel groups such as the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), J Street, and Christians United for Israel (CUFI).