Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez puts healthcare spending under the microscope as she questions the nation's top health officials. In a tense exchange, Rep. Ocasio-Cortez was seen confronting a high-ranking government official over rising costs associated with Medicare Advantage, a popular program that provides health insurance coverage to millions of seniors and individuals with disabilities. The Democratic lawmaker is a vocal advocate for healthcare reform and has long been critical of what she sees as wasteful spending in the program. As lawmakers continue to grapple with the complexities of the US healthcare system, Ocasio-Cortez's sharp questioning is likely to spark renewed debate over the future of Medicare Advantage.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was pictured Tuesday, grilling the secretary on increased Medicare Advantage spending
