Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Secures Fourth Term in New York's 14th District

The progressive Democrat defeated Republican challenger Tina Forte, continuing her influence as a prominent member of the 'Squad'.

Ocasio-Cortez won with 71% of the vote, according to early counts, reaffirming her strong hold in a deeply Democratic district.
Her victory marks the second defeat for Republican Tina Forte, who ran on issues like immigration, crime, and inflation.
The race highlights Ocasio-Cortez's evolving political strategy, including paying dues to the Democratic campaign arm for the first time.
She played a significant role in Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign, despite some 'Squad' members' disagreements over party policies.
Ocasio-Cortez's fundraising efforts were robust, raising over $13 million compared to Forte's $1.7 million, reflecting her national influence.