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Sanders Faces Backlash for Private Jet Use Amid Tour

5/13/2025

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Senator Bernie Sanders is under fire for using private jets during his "Fighting Oligarchy" tour alongside Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. CNN hosts ridiculed his defense, pointing out the irony of opposing billionaires while racking up over $221,000 in private travel expenses. This has raised doubts about his dedication to climate change and the everyday citizen's struggles.

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Senator Bernie Sanders is under fire for using private jets during his "Fighting Oligarchy" tour alongside Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. CNN hosts ridiculed his defense, pointing out the irony of opposing billionaires while racking up over $221,000 in private travel expenses. This has raised doubts about his dedication to climate change and the everyday citizen's struggles.