Super PAC supports progressive candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier amid campaign against outside funding

Darializa Avila Chevalier, a congressional candidate in New York, is receiving support from a super PAC called American Priorities, which has committed $500,000 to her campaign. This funding comes as she advocates for banning super PAC money in elections. Avila Chevalier is challenging incumbent Rep. Adriano Espaillat, who has received support from the American Israeli Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC). Avila Chevalier has criticized Espaillat for accepting funds from AIPAC and has stated she will not take donations from corporate PACs. New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed her recently, which may influence the race dynamics. Espaillat has the backing of various Democratic groups, including the Congressional Black Caucus and the Congressional Progressive Caucus.