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Democrats Face Backlash From Donors As Hakeem Jeffries Lands In L.A. For Big-Ticket Fundraiser


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Wednesday, March 19th 2025 at 21:04 GMT by Yahoo   Print publication without navigation

  • EXCLUSIVE: As Hakeem Jeffries treks to Los Angeles for a big-ticket fundraiser, a number of Hollywood donors are staying on the sidelines out of fatigue, frustration and even fear over the ability of the Democratic party to stand up to Donald Trump.

The article from Yahoo News discusses the backlash faced by Democrats and Hakeem Jeffries, the House Minority Leader, from donors and activists due to the party's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict. Following the October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas on Israel, Jeffries and other Democrats have been criticized for not condemning Israel's military response strongly enough or for not advocating for a ceasefire. This has led to significant unrest among progressive donors and activists, with some withdrawing financial support or publicly expressing their disappointment. The contention primarily revolves around the perceived lack of empathy for Palestinian civilians and the failure to push for de-escalation. This situation has highlighted a divide within the Democratic Party, with some members feeling that the leadership is not adequately representing the views of its more progressive base, potentially affecting future fundraising and voter support.

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