Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez questions whether a Latina can be elected president
She said the decision could hinge on electability, party direction and a campaign with $32.6 million in recent receipts, Federal Election Commission records show.
- On Tuesday, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez told The New York Times she is weighing a "historic and potentially transformative" White House run, describing the coming years as a "very unique political window."
- Federal Election Commission records show Ocasio-Cortez raised $32.6 million between January 2025 and June 2026, ending that period with nearly $16 million in cash for political objectives beyond her 14th Congressional District seat.
- Ocasio-Cortez acknowledged identity challenges, noting the country has never elected a female president, while a New York Times/Siena poll this month showed her with 30% favorability versus 41% unfavorability among likely voters.
- Following the midterms, Ocasio-Cortez will decide her political path, which could include a 2028 presidential campaign or challenging Sen. Chuck Schumer, 76, who is up for reelection in 2028.
- "It's very all or nothing," Ocasio-Cortez said of a potential candidacy, as she weighs personal considerations including fertility treatments against her goal of determining "where can I do the most good.
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AOC Leaves Door Open To 2028 White House Bid After Midterms
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is leaving several paths open for 2028, including a possible campaign for president. The New York Democrat says she expects to decide after the November midterm elections. Her options include seeking another House term, challenging Sen. Chuck Schumer for his Senate seat, or entering the presidential race. For now, there is no announced campaign for either the White House or the Senate. A summary of the interview ide…
AOC opens up about race, gender in weighing possible 2028 White House bid – Democratic Accent
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., raised concerns during an interview published Tuesday about how her race... The post AOC opens up about race, gender in weighing possible 2028 White House bid appeared first on Democratic Accent .
Ocasio-Cortez considering candidacy for US presidency
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