The American Israel Public Affairs Committee announced Wednesday that it will stop endorsing congressional candidates and making direct contributions through its political action committee after the November midterms.

In a letter to members, AIPAC said endorsements, direct PAC contributions, and earmarking will no longer be part of its approach. The group will instead focus on recommending contributions to worthy candidates and helping direct donations from individuals.

The shift reverses a strategy AIPAC adopted five years ago when it began formal endorsements and established its PAC and super PAC. The organization will continue operating its United Democracy Project super PAC, which has spent more than $83 million this cycle.

AIPAC attributed the decision to backlash against its public support for candidates. Critics, including anti-Israel and far-left groups, have used AIPAC endorsements to attack pro-Israel politicians in Democratic primaries. Several candidates who accepted AIPAC support have since distanced themselves from the group.

The move comes amid heightened partisan divisions over Israel, particularly within the Democratic Party. Progressive lawmakers have pushed measures to restrict U.S. aid to Israel, and some elected officials have pledged to reject AIPAC-linked funds.

AIPAC noted it helped 290 pro-Israel candidates win this cycle while blocking 29 detractors. Spokespeople emphasized that the core mission of strengthening the U.S.-Israel relationship remains unchanged, with increased emphasis on mobilizing individual donors.

The changes take effect after the midterms and do not affect the super PAC's independent expenditures.