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  1. Ocasio-Cortez was born in the New York City borough of the Bronx on October 13, 1989, the daughter of Sergio Ocasio-Roman and Blanca Ocasio-Cortez ( née Cortez ). [9] She has a younger brother named Gabriel. [10] Her father was born in the Bronx to a Puerto Rican family and became an architect; her mother was born in Puerto Rico.

  2. Jun 27, 2018 · Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is an American Democratic Socialist who made headlines in 2018 when, at the age of 28, she beat out a 10-term New York Democrat incumbent in a congressional primary.

  3. Jul 10, 2024 · Washington, D.C. - Following the passage of the DEFIANCE Act in the United States Senate by unanimous consent, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who is leading the legislation in the House of Representatives, released the following statement: Issues: Criminal Justice Reform Public Safety. Read More.

  4. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@RepAOC) is the official Twitter account of the U.S. Representative for New York's 14th congressional district. Follow her to get updates on her work, views, and initiatives on various issues, such as climate change, health care, and social justice. Join the conversation with #RepAOC and see how she engages with other Twitter users, including state-backed ...

  5. About. Early Life. Born in the Parkchester neighborhood of The Bronx, Alexandria’s parents moved the family 30 minutes north to Yorktown in search of a stronger public school for her and her brother. Alexandria’s mother was born and raised in Puerto Rico and worked throughout her childhood as a domestic worker.

  6. Jul 19, 2024 · Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said the idea of having an open Democratic convention where candidates would compete for the nomination was “crazy.” By Nicholas Fandos Representative ...

  7. Aug 30, 2023 · Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is used to being a lightning rod. Since her election in 2018, she has been celebrated and vilified by both parties, sometimes simultaneously. Ms....

  8. Apr 2, 2023 · Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez arrived in Washington as the ultimate Democratic disruptor. Four years into her House career, she’s embracing a new role: team player.

  9. Oct 16, 2022 · Ocasio-Cortez, a self-proclaimed democratic socialist, is known for her progressive views on health care, income inequality, immigration and combating climate change.

  10. 4 days ago · Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (born October 13, 1989, Bronx, New York, U.S.) is an American politician and activist who began representing New Yorks 14th congressional district (NY-14) in 2019. Taking office at the age of 29, she became the youngest woman to serve in the U.S. Congress.