Oh-no!
Radical New York Democrat Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) may be gearing up to make the most shocking move of her political career — a run for President in 2028, according to a bombshell report released Friday.
Sources close to AOC told Axios that the progressive “Squad” leader is secretly weighing two massive options: a campaign for the U.S. Senate or a direct challenge for the White House. Either way, she’s preparing for a political battle that could reshape the Democratic Party for years to come.
Building a Far-Left Power Machine
Over the past year, AOC has poured millions of dollars into expanding her political reach far beyond her district in Queens and the Bronx. She’s boosted her social media empire, built a massive grassroots donor network, and crisscrossed the country promoting her radical agenda.
She recently joined self-described socialist Sen. Bernie Sanders on his national “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, rallying young progressives and pushing far-left policies like the Green New Deal and government-run universal health care.
Political insiders say this strategy mirrors Sanders’ shocking rise during the 2016 Democratic primary, when he challenged party favorite Hillary Clinton and nearly derailed her nomination.
White House Bid vs. Senate Challenge
If AOC decides to run for the Senate, she would likely take aim at Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s seat. Schumer has not yet announced if he will run for another term, leaving the door wide open for a bruising Democrat vs. Democrat showdown.
But AOC’s inner circle reportedly believes a White House run would be her ultimate move — even if she doesn’t expect to win the nomination.
“She has a supporter base with even broader reach than Bernie Sanders, and she’s been in the national spotlight since day one,” said Sanders aide Ari Rabin-Havt. “It would be a mistake to assume she couldn’t win.”
Some of her progressive allies think that even a losing campaign would force the far-left agenda onto the Democratic Party, ensuring socialist ideas stay front and center in 2028.
AOC: The Face of the Far-Left
Since her shocking 2018 victory over establishment Democrat Joe Crowley, Ocasio-Cortez has been one of the loudest opponents of President Trump’s America First agenda.
She has pushed radical ideas like:
- The Green New Deal, which critics say would cripple American energy independence.
- Universal government-run health care, with skyrocketing costs for taxpayers.
- Open borders policies, including opposition to deporting illegal immigrants.
- Anti-Israel positions, opposing U.S. support for Israel and condemning its war on terror in Gaza.
Even many Democrats have grown frustrated with AOC’s constant attacks on party leadership. Earlier this month, she openly criticized both Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for failing to endorse her preferred candidate for New York City mayor — proving she’s willing to take on her own party just as fiercely as she fights conservatives.
Why This Matters for 2028
For conservatives, an AOC presidential run would be a nightmare scenario: the radical far-left taking over the Democratic Party and pushing policies that threaten America’s borders, economy, and security.
President Trump has repeatedly warned about the growing socialist influence in Washington. If AOC runs, 2028 could become a make-or-break election for the future of the nation.
Bottom Line
While AOC hasn’t officially declared her candidacy, her actions leave little doubt that she’s preparing for something big. Whether it’s a challenge to Schumer in New York or a direct bid for the presidency, she’s ready to push the Democratic Party even further left.
Conservatives must stay alert — because if AOC gets her way, America could face a radical shift that threatens everything President Trump has fought to rebuild.
