William Lawrence Is Running on Palestine in Purple Michigan District - The Intercept
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A candidate running on Palestine in a purple Michigan district is being targeted by a "Crush MAGA PAC" — raising the question of who really controls the Democratic primary battlefield.
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Theory Briefing
- William Lawrence is running on Palestine as a central issue in a competitive Michigan district, a rare bet in a swing-seat race.
- A super PAC called Crush MAGA PAC is targeting Lawrence despite his anti-Trump framing, suggesting outside money is shaping which Democrats survive.
- The Intercept tracked front groups fueling the 2026 midterms, revealing PAC money flowing against progressive primary challengers rather than Republicans.