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At 35, AOC Seeks to Succeed Raskin as Top Democrat on Oversight Committee Amid Presidential Speculation

Dec 6, 2024, 05:48 PM

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) has officially launched her bid to become the ranking member of the House Oversight Committee, seeking to lead Democrats on the key panel amid future presidential speculation. In a letter to her colleagues, she highlighted her 'extensive' experience and 'bipartisan' achievements, positioning herself to replace Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD). At 35, Ocasio-Cortez would be the youngest leader to hold the position. She views this as an 'important moment of generational change' and emphasizes the need to prepare for an incoming Trump administration. Other candidates for the role include Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA), but some House Democrats predict that Ocasio-Cortez will win the position. She also promises 'public education' in her approach to the committee's work.