Vance Denounces AOC's 2028 Presidential Prospects as 'Nightmare-Inducing'

Vice President JD Vance dismissed speculation about Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez running for president in 2028, calling the idea 'the stuff of nightmares' during a Fox News interview. Vance argued that the Democratic Party lacks real leadership and claimed that former President Donald Trump is, in effect, leading the party, as Democrats are primarily reactive to his actions. Ocasio-Cortez has recently toured the country with Sen. Bernie Sanders, fueling speculation about her ambitions for higher office. While some see Ocasio-Cortez as a key figure for Democrats, Vance expressed confidence that the party's focus on opposing Trump rather than offering constructive ideas makes him unconcerned about the 2028 election. Ocasio-Cortez, for her part, has emphasized her commitment to protecting people and addressing issues like protests and immigration, rather than confirming any 2028 presidential plans.