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AOC Faces Backlash for First Class Travel Amid Rally

4/9/2025

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was spotted in first class on a JetBlue flight to Las Vegas for a rally with Sen. Bernie Sanders, sparking criticism over her luxury travel amid her fight for the working class. The event aimed to ignite grassroots movements against corruption and authoritarianism, highlighting the stark contrast between her message and her actions.

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was spotted in first class on a JetBlue flight to Las Vegas for a rally with Sen. Bernie Sanders, sparking criticism over her luxury travel amid her fight for the working class. The event aimed to ignite grassroots movements against corruption and authoritarianism, highlighting the stark contrast between her message and her actions.