(DCNF)—Democratic New York Rep. Dan Goldman lost his primary election Tuesday after the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) backed him.
Goldman’s challenger, former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, defeated Goldman in the Democratic primary to represent New York’s 10th Congressional District after running on a platform that was critical of the pro-Israel lobby, according to NBC News and The New York Times. His endorsements from prominent figures and support among younger voters helped propel Lander to victory.
Goldman received nearly $195,000 in campaign donations from AIPAC and affiliated groups during his reelection bid, according to OpenSecrets. AIPAC’s super political action committee (PAC), United Democracy Project, has shelled out more than $38 million in the 2026 election cycle so far, and is on track to break its 2024 presidential-year spending record, according to Politico. The super PAC spent $26 million during the 2022 midterm election cycle.
Lander accused Goldman of refusing to criticize Israel’s actions in Gaza and of being too aligned with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
During a debate with PIX11, Goldman argued that describing Israel’s actions in Gaza as “genocide” is complicated, but stated that what happened in Gaza was “horrific.” Lander said AIPAC was hurting the Democratic Party by demanding unconditional support for Israel’s wars. Goldman stated that AIPAC had “real problems” and should not unconditionally support the Israeli government, though he defended his support for the lobbying group.
In his campaign launch video, Lander promised he would not do “AIPAC’s bidding” if elected to Congress.
Goldman served as the lead majority counsel for House Democrats during President Donald Trump’s 2019 impeachment trial, which was launched after Trump’s phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to gather information on former President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter’s, placement on the board of directors at Burisma, a Ukrainian energy company. Goldman later announced his candidacy for Congress in 2022.
Lander received endorsements from Democratic Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren, independent Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, Democratic New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the far-left Working Families Party.
Lander’s platform calls for abolishing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and packing the Supreme Court by adding four additional justices, according to his campaign website. He also supports providing surgeries for trans-identifying minors, expanding access to abortion and implementing taxpayer-funded housing.
However, Lander also campaigned against warrantless surveillance on Americans and for ending the Iran war, positions championed by some civil libertarians on the political right.
Younger voters strongly favored Lander, while older voters were split, according to the Courthouse News Service. Lander’s most significant support came from voters under the age of 40.
The former city comptroller was arrested in June 2025 after he allegedly assaulted Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officers. Those charges were dropped by authorities shortly after his arrest. He was also arrested in September 2025 after staging a sit-in protesting the detention of illegal migrants in lower Manhattan, though a judge acquitted him in a June 11 ruling.
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Why Bullion Beats Numismatics and Collectible for Your Safe or IRA
Precious metals continue to attract Americans seeking reliable ways to protect their wealth amid inflation, geopolitical risks, and stock market swings. Whether stored in a home safe or held inside a self-directed IRA, physical gold and silver deliver tangible value that paper or digital assets often lack. Yet investors must choose carefully between bullion—pure bars and coins valued mainly for their metal content—and numismatics or collectibles, where rarity, history, and collector demand heavily influence pricing.
Advisor Bullion serves as a dependable source for straightforward, high-quality bullion. The company specializes in physical gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, emphasizing transparent pricing and products that deliver maximum metal content for every dollar spent. This approach makes it ideal for both personal holdings and retirement accounts.
Bullion consists of refined precious metals in standard forms like one-ounce coins (American Gold Eagles, Silver Eagles, Canadian Maple Leafs) or bars. Their value tracks closely to the current spot price of the metal. A typical gold bullion coin trades near the live gold spot price plus a small premium. This structure keeps costs clear and predictable.
Numismatic coins and collectibles add substantial value from factors such as age, rarity, minting errors, or historical significance. A pre-1933 U.S. gold coin or graded proof piece can carry premiums of 30%, 50%, or even 200% above melt value. While this appeals to hobbyists, it creates complexity. Pricing depends on subjective grading, collector trends, and auction results instead of daily spot prices.
For investors focused on wealth preservation and retirement security rather than building a collection, bullion often delivers better results.
Lower Costs and Better Liquidity for Home Storage
When keeping metals in a home safe or private vault, liquidity and efficiency count. Bullion offers clear benefits:
- You acquire more actual gold or silver per dollar invested. Numismatics divert a large share of your money into rarity premiums and massive sales commission, reducing your metal exposure.
- Selling bullion involves tight bid-ask spreads, so you recover nearly full spot value with minimal fees. Collectibles require finding the right buyer and may sell at a discount if demand for that specific item weakens.
- Bullion prices remain transparent and update with global spot markets. You can track gold near current levels or silver accordingly and know exactly where your holdings stand. Numismatic values are priced by the Gold IRA companies with hefty margins applied.
- Standardized coins and bars store efficiently and divide easily for partial sales. Rare coins often need protective slabs and controlled conditions, adding hassle and expense.
- Bullion enjoys worldwide acceptance. A 1-oz Gold Maple Leaf or Silver Eagle sells quickly to dealers anywhere. Niche numismatic pieces may appeal only to limited buyers, slowing liquidation when speed matters.
In times when quick access to value becomes important, bullion’s simplicity stands out.
Stronger Fit for Precious Metals IRAs
Precious metals IRAs continue gaining traction as investors diversify retirement portfolios beyond stocks and bonds. IRS rules permit certain bullion products in self-directed IRAs if they meet purity standards (.995 fine for gold, .999 for silver) and are held by an approved custodian. Eligible items include American Gold and Silver Eagles plus many generic bars and rounds from recognized mints.
Numismatic and most collectible coins generally face heavy scrutiny from custodians due to valuation disputes and elevated markups. These higher premiums mean less actual metal ends up working inside the account.
Bullion avoids these issues. Its value links directly to verifiable spot prices, which simplifies reporting and lowers the risk of regulatory challenges. More of your IRA contribution purchases real metal instead of dealer profits or speculative upside. Over time, owning additional ounces that appreciate with the metal itself can create meaningful outperformance compared with high-premium alternatives that deliver fewer ounces.
Regulatory guidance from the CFTC and state securities offices repeatedly cautions against aggressive sales of expensive numismatics or “semi-numismatic” coins for IRAs. For retirement planning, transparent bullion from established providers reduces risk and aligns better with long-term goals.
How to Get Started with Bullion
Begin by clarifying your goals. Are you protecting savings in a safe, or moving part of a retirement account into a precious metals IRA? Focus on the number of ounces you can acquire at current prices rather than chasing marked-up collectibles.
Diversify sensibly: use gold for core preservation and silver for its blend of industrial and monetary qualities. Mix coins for easier divisibility with bars for lower per-ounce costs on larger buys. Arrange secure storage—whether at home with proper insurance or through professional facilities.
As economic uncertainties linger and faith in conventional assets erodes, bullion continues proving its worth as a dependable store of value. Its direct approach avoids the hype that sometimes surrounds collectible markets and keeps the focus on the metal itself.
For investors prepared to strengthen their portfolios, Advisor Bullion supplies the expertise and selection needed to acquire high-quality bullion efficiently. Whether building personal holdings or integrating metals into an IRA, their emphasis on transparent, investment-grade products helps secure more ounces today that support greater financial security tomorrow. In a complicated financial landscape, bullion’s clarity and reliability make it the smarter foundation for protecting what matters most.