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Ocasio-Cortez Urges Democrats to Mock Insecure MAGA Supporters

10/6/2025

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) urged Democrats to mock "insecure" MAGA supporters during an Instagram Live session, framing humor as a counter to authoritarianism.
She targeted White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, calling him a "clown" over his perceived height-related anger.
After backlash, she clarified she supports "short kings" but criticized overcompensation for insecurities.

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) urged Democrats to mock "insecure" MAGA supporters during an Instagram Live session, framing humor as a counter to authoritarianism.
She targeted White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, calling him a "clown" over his perceived height-related anger.
After backlash, she clarified she supports "short kings" but criticized overcompensation for insecurities.