Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is emerging as a top progressive contender for 2028.
The New York Democrat is considering both a presidential bid and a challenge to Sen. Chuck Schumer.
White House Possibility
Polling places Ocasio-Cortez near the top of the Democratic field.
She has not committed to running but is keeping her options open.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Her allies say she doubts her chances yet wants progressives represented.
A presidential campaign would guarantee her platform a national stage.
Her policies include Medicare for All and the Green New Deal.
She has already spent millions building a donor and volunteer base.
Digital ads have helped her amass hundreds of thousands of small-dollar donors.
Senate Challenge
Another option is a primary against Schumer in 2028.
Schumer will be 77 by then, while Ocasio-Cortez will be 35.