Summary
Some left-wing Democrats want Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to run for President in 2028 because they see no strong alternative. Her team has been preparing for a possible run while considering both a Presidential and Senate campaign. Ocasio-Cortez is building her profile and fundraising capabilities, though she expresses uncertainty about running for President.
Key Facts
- Some Democrats are urging Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) to run for President in 2028 due to the absence of a clear alternative candidate.
- Bernie Sanders, due to his age (84), is not seen as a viable option for the future.
- AOC is recognized as a prominent figure in liberal circles, with potential to raise significant campaign funds online.
- AOC has maintained more than $13 million in her campaign account to support future political efforts.
- She toured with Bernie Sanders in 2025 and attended international events, such as the Munich Security Conference, to raise her profile.
- AOC’s team is weighing options for both a Presidential and Senate run in 2028.
- Former Sanders aides are building media and political networks that could support her potential campaign.
- AOC has shown signs of uncertainty about running for President and is not actively building a campaign infrastructure as of now.
