Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) has renewed her membership with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) after a seven-year lapse, coinciding with the organization’s growing national profile and recent electoral successes. The DSA confirmed her current status as a member in good standing, noting that her previous membership, which began in 2018, had lapsed in 2019 due to the manual renewal process that has since been replaced by automatic renewals. AOC’s renewed affiliation with the DSA has come under scrutiny, particularly as she is considered a potential contender for the 2028 presidential election.

The timing of AOC’s membership renewal has prompted skepticism among some observers, who question the coincidence of her rejoining the organization as the DSA gains momentum and as AOC contemplates a presidential bid. Critics have labeled the renewal as “very convenient,” suggesting a strategic alignment with the DSA’s increased visibility and political influence. Despite AOC’s longstanding association with the DSA, the organization remains divided over the prospect of endorsing a candidate in the 2028 presidential race, with AOC at the center of these deliberations. AOC’s office did not provide a comment on the matter when contacted by Fox News Digital.

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