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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Shatters Fundraising Records with $10M Quarter

The New York congresswoman's grassroots-powered haul highlights her growing influence and speculation about her future leadership role.

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Rep. Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., speaks during a "Fighting Oligarchy" event at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa, Idaho, on Monday, April 14, 2025.
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Overview

  • Ocasio-Cortez raised over $9.5 million from 260,000 individual donors in Q1 2025, marking her strongest fundraising quarter to date.
  • The campaign reported an average donation of $21, with no contributions from lobbyists or super PACs, underscoring her grassroots appeal.
  • AOC enters Q2 with $8.2 million cash on hand, positioning her as a significant force within the Democratic Party.
  • She has drawn large crowds at national rallies alongside Bernie Sanders, building momentum for progressive causes and leadership speculation.
  • Polling suggests growing voter support for AOC, with some Democrats viewing her as a potential challenger to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.