Progressive Congressman Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., a member of “The Squad” has been receiving donations from a pro-Turkey group, Politico reported.

The Turkish American Steering Committee, which represents the interests of the Turkish government, has thrown a fundraiser for Bowman and hosted events for him, Politico reported. In 2020, Bowman defeated former Rep. Eliot Engel, who was a fierce critic of the Turkish government, in a primary.

During his time in Congress, Bowman pushed for legislation to force U.S. troops out of northeast Syria, a policy supported by Recep Erdogan, the leader of Turkey. Bowman has received $40,000 from 16 donors affiliated with the organization, Politico reported.

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