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Ocasio-Cortez Challenges Vance Ahead of 2028 Election

1/17/2026

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Ocasio-Cortez Critiques Vance

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) intensifies criticism of Vice President JD Vance amid a potential 2028 run.
She contrasts her views with Vice President JD Vance's defense of an ICE agent in a shooting, stating, "I do not believe that the American people should be assassinated in the street."
Polls show she could narrowly defeat Vance, while Vance remains GOP frontrunner with endorsements from President Donald Trump and Erika Kirk.

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Vance and Rubio Unite

Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio maintain a united front amid speculation of a 2028 presidential rivalry.
They recently met with Denmark’s foreign minister to discuss Greenland, signaling their collaborative approach.
Vance defended U.S. President Donald Trump’s military actions, particularly regarding Venezuela.
Vance and Rubio have policy disagreements, reflecting their differing ideological paths within the party.

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Ocasio-Cortez Critiques Vance

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) intensifies criticism of Vice President JD Vance amid a potential 2028 run.
She contrasts her views with Vice President JD Vance's defense of an ICE agent in a shooting, stating, "I do not believe that the American people should be assassinated in the street."
Polls show she could narrowly defeat Vance, while Vance remains GOP frontrunner with endorsements from President Donald Trump and Erika Kirk.

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