New York, New York - Hillary Clinton has announced her support for Congressman Jamaal Bowman's conservative, big money-backed challenger ahead of the upcoming Democratic primary in New York.

Westchester County Executive George Latimer's supporters have expanded beyond the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and pro-Donald Trump GOP donors to include former Democratic Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

Clinton, who unsuccessfully challenged Trump for the White House in 2016, shared the endorsement on X, writing: "With Trump on the ballot, we need strong, principled Democrats in Congress more than ever. In Congress, @LatimerforNY will protect abortion rights, stand up to the NRA, and fight for President Biden’s agenda – just like he’s always done."

Latimer is aiming to unseat Squad member Jamaal Bowman, who has represented New York's 16th congressional district since 2021.

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The conservative challenger has suggested he will not take comprehensive action to curb the planet's destruction, saying there is "not going to be a George Latimer climate change bill." He faced controversy in 2021 for comparing critics of scandal-wracked ex-New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to the racist mob that lynched Emmett Till.

In recent months, Latimer has been a staunch supporter of Israel amid its US-backed military assault on the Palestinian people.

Bowman, by contrast, supports a Green New Deal, reparations for Black Americans, and a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

In his race for reelection, Bowman has become a top target for the lobby group AIPAC, which has vowed to spend $100 million in the 2024 election cycle to oust the Squad and other members of Congress perceived as insufficiently pro-Israel.

Latimer has benefitted from AIPAC fundraising to tune of $1.61 million this cycle, a Politico analysis found. Clinton was also a major beneficiary of AIPAC contributions during her time as a US senator and presidential candidate.

Bowman faces off against Latimer in the Democratic primary on June 25. Early voting begins June 15.