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AOC Accepts Thousands in Lobbyist Donations Despite Campaign Pledge

Nov 29, 2024, 02:52 AM

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC), known for her significant social media presence, has been reported to have accepted thousands of dollars in contributions from lobbyists, despite her previous public statements and campaign pledges against receiving such funds. According to investigations by the Washington Examiner, AOC's donors include lobbyists from companies like Nike, Delta Air Lines, healthcare trade associations, and the New Venture Fund, a Democratic dark money group. Dave Koshgarian, a lobbyist with Ernst & Young, has been identified as one of her most consistent donors, providing thousands of dollars since 2020. This development contradicts AOC's earlier stance on lobbyist funding.