Howard Kohr, the CEO of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) for nearly 30 years, has led the organization to significant influence in Washington by staying out of the spotlight and focusing on backroom negotiations rather than public persuasion.

The House and Senate are rushing competing aid packages for Israel to the floor, with votes expected as soon as this week.

The New York Times has accused Republican lawmakers opposing the Iran nuclear deal of being more loyal to Israel's Prime Minister than to the U.S. President.