Ocasio-Cortez’s Campaign Expenses Raise Eyebrows
A recent review of campaign finance data reveals that Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s campaign spent a significant amount on accommodations during a “Fighting Oligarchy” tour alongside Senator Bernie Sanders earlier this year.
Documents from the Federal Election Commission (FEC) indicate that Ocasio-Cortez’s team booked stays at a luxe hotel on the West Coast coinciding with notable events of the tour. These details were initially uncovered by the Washington Examiner.
Sanders mentioned that the duo drew considerable crowds, with over 34 meetings held across 20 states earlier this year, which, I suppose, reflects their popularity.
Interestingly, it was reported that during their travels, Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez opted for private flights to attend campaign rallies focused on confronting what they term the “billionaire classes and corporate greed.”
Despite the hefty campaign expenses, Ocasio-Cortez’s style remained a focal point. A recent FEC filing shows her campaign spent over $3,500 for a stay at the Vdara Hotel & Spa in Las Vegas on March 25. Then, there’s another notable charge of about $3,165 at the Leokent Hotel in Tucson, which was incurred during the “Combat Oligarchy” rally there.
Just a few days before the Vegas night out, Ocasio-Cortez and Sanders held a meeting in Las Vegas on March 20, further highlighting her busy schedule during the campaign.
Additionally, the campaign’s report includes expenses for stays at various hotels, like the Asher Adams Hotel in Salt Lake City, where they reportedly spent around $3,445. This aligns with Ocasio-Cortez’s consideration of a possible presidential run in 2028, suggesting that she’s very much keeping her options open.
The campaign also shelled out money for lodging at places such as Citizen Mom in California and Hotel Vermont among others, reflecting a rather lavish spending spree, some might say. However, attempts to get a response from Ocasio-Cortez’s campaign about these expenses have gone unanswered as of now.
