AOC Plans Primary Challenge Against Schumer Over GOP Funding Bill

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has expressed strong opposition to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and other Senate Democrats for their decision to support a Republican-backed continuing resolution (CR) that she deems detrimental. Ocasio-Cortez criticized the CR for perpetuating chaos associated with Elon Musk, calling it an 'extreme spending bill' that undermines congressional authority and sacrifices essential programs like Social Security and Medicare. She emphasized that many constituents are outraged by this decision and warned that Senate Democrats may face consequences from voters for their perceived betrayal. While most House Democrats voted against the CR, Schumer's agreement to advance the legislation has sparked significant backlash within the party, with calls for accountability from constituents. Ocasio-Cortez has been vocal about her belief that Senate Democrats should reject the bill altogether, even at the risk of a government shutdown. The CR is set to fund the government for six months, cutting significant funding while increasing military expenditures, which has raised concerns among progressives about its implications.