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Michael Tuchin is documented as a significant figure in pro-Israel advocacy, primarily through his leadership roles within the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC). AIPAC is a prominent pro-Israel lobby organization in the United States, focused on influencing U.S. government policies to support Israel and electing pro-Israel candidates.
Tuchin has served as a former President and remains a member of AIPAC’s Board of Directors. In his capacity as AIPAC President, Tuchin reportedly met with Prime Minister Netanyahu in Jerusalem in March 2024, where he received briefings concerning Gaza and engaged with leaders from Mossad, Shin Bet, and the IDF.
His public statements reflect a commitment to pro-Israel positions. In internal AIPAC donor meetings, Tuchin asserted that Senator Bernie Sanders’ resolution aimed at conditioning aid on human rights compliance sought to “undermine Israel’s security.” During these meetings, he also characterized the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) as fighting “for all of us around the globe”.
Tuchin’s involvement extends to political donations. For instance, he contributed $5,500 to California state senate candidate Sara Hernandez. This donation drew attention from an opposing candidate, who highlighted it in the context of donors with AIPAC affiliations. Additionally, Richard Pachulski, described as a close associate of Tuchin and a donor to AIPAC, also made a significant contribution to Hernandez’s campaign.
The visibility of Tuchin’s role in pro-Israel advocacy led to a protest at his home in Brentwood, Los Angeles, on Thanksgiving. Pro-Palestinian demonstrators reportedly ignited smoke bombs and applied fake blood to the property, in an action tied to criticisms of AIPAC’s political contributions and its stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Law enforcement investigated the incident as a possible hate crime.
Professionally, Michael Tuchin is a founding member and co-manager of KTBS Law LLP, a firm specializing in bankruptcy and restructuring in Los Angeles.
| Candidate | Years | Direct Contributions | Behested Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rick Zbur | 2021 | $4,900 | $0 |
| Ben Allen | 2013 | $3,000 | $0 |
| Marc Berman | 2015 | $2,500 | $0 |
| Monique Limón | 2023 | $550 | $0 |