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Ocasio-Cortez, Schumer Eye Alliance Amid 2028 Senate Speculation

6/27/2026

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Democratic aides say Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s respect for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer could spark an alliance.
Schumer said he may back Ocasio-Cortez if she runs for president.
Ocasio-Cortez told Fox News she will not reveal any Senate campaign news.
A Republican operative predicts a 2028 Ocasio-Cortez challenge could force Schumer’s retirement after 45 years.
Schumer urged Democrats to unite to win the Senate and reverse President Donald Trump’s damage.

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Democratic aides say Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s respect for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer could spark an alliance.
Schumer said he may back Ocasio-Cortez if she runs for president.
Ocasio-Cortez told Fox News she will not reveal any Senate campaign news.
A Republican operative predicts a 2028 Ocasio-Cortez challenge could force Schumer’s retirement after 45 years.
Schumer urged Democrats to unite to win the Senate and reverse President Donald Trump’s damage.