A prominent progressive lawmaker has rejoined the Democratic Socialists of America after allowing her membership to lapse for seven years, sparking renewed speculation about her political ambitions. The representative, known for her alignment with democratic socialist policies, first joined the organization in 2018 but had not renewed since. The move comes as reports confirmed her prior membership had expired, though details on her future plans remain unclear. The decision may signal a strategic realignment ahead of potential high-stakes political campaigns.


Then House candidate joined Democratic Socialists of America in 2018 but didn’t renew membership after a yearAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez has rejoined the Democratic Socialists of America after not renewing her membership for seven years, amid speculation that she might run for president in 2028.The 36-year-old New York representative and one of the country’s most prominent democratic socialists renewed her membership in the group’s national organization after reports emerged earlier this month that it had lapsed. Ocasio-Cortez initially joined the group in 2018. Continue reading...