Trump says progressive Democrats, including AOC, are abandoning radical stances

During a conversation with a correspondent at one outlet, Donald Trump asserted that progressive members of Congress, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, are retreating from the radical ideas they once promoted. He highlighted their attempts to disavow prior statements on crime, bail reform, and sanctuary cities, claiming these policies contribute to criminal activity. Trump specifically mentioned AOC’s earlier advocacy for sanctuary cities and predicted a decline in such jurisdictions.

Ocasio-Cortez, identified as part of the New York chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, has hinted at a possible presidential run while concentrating on the November midterm elections. Her office declined to provide a comment when approached. The remarks reflect ongoing partisan disputes over criminal-justice and immigration policies.