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Hasan Piker Says He’d ‘Absolutely’ Campaign for AOC in 2028 as El-Sayed Distances Himself

El-Sayed said Piker will not appear with him in the race’s final weeks after the streamer’s remarks drew criticism from Democrats and Republicans.

  • On Wednesday, Twitch streamer Hasan Piker revealed on 'The Axios Show' that he would 'absolutely' campaign for New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez if she runs for president in 2028.
  • Piker's political alignment follows his high-profile work with Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed during the primary, though some Democrats have begun distancing themselves from the streamer over his controversial past remarks.
  • Reaching three million followers online, Piker has faced criticism for past comments comparing the United States to al-Qaeda and calling Zionism 'fascism,' statements El-Sayed defended as necessary to reach Piker's large audience.
  • Conservative commentator Scott Jennings called the association a strategic mistake during CNN debate, while former Clinton White House aide Keith Boykin argued Republicans employ a double standard, citing Donald Trump's controversial associations.
  • Serving as a high-profile surrogate for left-wing candidates this year, Piker remains in contact with politicians including Sen. Bernie Sanders to influence Democratic Party strategy ahead of 2028.
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NBC News broke the news in New York, United States on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
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