Conflict Between Party Leaders on External Funding
Record House retirements created 40 races with over $1M in external spending.
Affiliated groups like American Israel Public Affairs Committee dominate airwaves.
Candidates blame special interests for campaign disruptions.
Rep. Ro Khanna urges candidates to reject super PAC funding.
Sen. Ruben Gallego warns against limiting Democratic spending.
DNC Chair Ken Martin calls the move a 'blanket repudiation'.
Critics like Larry Cohen argue party must take action against outside funds.
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