American Israel Education Foundation

Joe Biden, then vice president, speaks at the AIPAC 2016 Policy Conference on March 20, 2016 in Washington, DC. (Molly Riley/AFP via Getty Images)

AIPAC-affiliated congressional trips to Israel set for August delayed over Delta variant concerns

The AIEF trips, usually organized in nonelection years for freshmen, are seen as key to building support for Israel in Congress.

By Ron Kampeas July 21, 2021 12:04 pm

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Amid Israel tensions for Democrats, Steny Hoyer to lead larger than usual Israel tour

The House majority leader did not say how many of the 41 are freshmen, the primary target for these tours.

August 6, 2019 5:18 pm

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Rashida Tlaib sets dates for congressional visit to West Bank

The Michigan Democrat aims to counterbalance the Israel missions for Congress members who travel with an AIPAC affiliate.

May 8, 2019 3:28 pm

‘Termites’ congressman toured West Bank with pro-Palestinian group

August 12, 2016 12:07 pm

Paul Ryan among top House leaders named to speak at AIPAC confab

March 10, 2016 5:13 pm

Freshmen Congress members visiting Israel ahead of Iran vote

August 4, 2015 6:33 am

Nevada GOP candidates spar over Israel trip

January 29, 2014 6:44 pm

Cantor to lead Israel tour for GOP lawmakers

August 7, 2013 3:31 pm

Hoyer again to lead House Democrats to Israel

August 4, 2013 6:26 am

U.S. veto of Palestinian state a ‘deadly mistake,’ Barghouti says

By Marcy Oster August 10, 2011 3:42 pm

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