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AOC Rages at Democrats for 'Betrayal' Amid Government Shutdown Talks


Published on 2025-03-13 22:40:50 - Newsweek
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  • The New York congresswoman said it was "unthinkable" for Senate Democrats to hand away leverage on Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security.

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) expressed strong criticism towards her fellow Democrats for what she perceives as a betrayal during the ongoing government shutdown talks. In a heated exchange, AOC accused some Democrats of caving to Republican demands, particularly around border security funding, which she believes undermines the party's principles and the needs of their constituents. She highlighted the internal discord within the Democratic Party, pointing out that some members are willing to compromise on key issues like immigration and workers' rights, potentially leading to a shutdown. AOC's frustration stems from the fear that these concessions could set a harmful precedent for future negotiations and weaken the Democratic stance on critical social issues.

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