Status is not support. Status tier = the furthest verifiable step taken (a direct, on-the-record "I’m considering it" statement). Momentum = weighted recent activity, not popularity. How to read this →
Last reviewed in the September 14, 2026 UTC daily build · latest signal August 10, 2026 (35 days ago).
Latest signal
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez won't rule out running for senator or president in 2028 - NBC New York source ↗ August 10, 2026 · 35 days ago · Medium confidence
Massive small-dollar base; leads some progressive polls.
Why this momentum score
Momentum · last 30 days
45
▼ 5 vs 30 days ago
Momentum over the last 30 days: from 50 to 45, high 50, low 45.
Direct "considering" quote
+20
Early-state travel (IA/NH/SC/NV)
+10
Donor meetings / PAC activity
+10
National media blitz
+5
Momentum (capped 0–100)
45
Evidence & status history
2026-06-05
WATCH: AOC leaves door open to 2028 White House bid: 'Maybe, maybe not' - Fox News source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-07-22
An Early New Hampshire Poll Finds Democratic 2028 Frontrunner . . . AOC - National Review source ↗
earlyState· Low
2026-07-22
AOC picks up steam while Vance loses ground to Rubio: New Hampshire poll - Washington Examiner source ↗
earlyState· Low
2026-07-23
Ocasio-Cortez leading potential 2028 Democratic presidential nominees in New Hampshire survey - The Hill source ↗
earlyState· Low
2026-07-23
WATCH: AOC won't rule out White House bid after poll names her Democrats' top 2028 pick - Fox News source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-07-26
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leads 2028 Democratic Primary Poll in New Hampshire, 'humbled' by growing support - Sinar Daily source ↗
earlyState· Low
2026-08-09
Ocasio-Cortez says she hasn't ruled out running for president in 2028 - Statesman Journal source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-08-09
Ocasio-Cortez says she hasn't ruled out running for president in 2028 - Pocono Record source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-08-09
Ocasio-Cortez says she hasn't ruled out running for president in 2028 - Shelby Star source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-08-09
Ocasio-Cortez says she hasn't ruled out running for president in 2028 - Cincinnati Enquirer source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-08-09
Ocasio-Cortez says she hasn't ruled out running for president in 2028 - Wilmington Star-News source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-08-09
Ocasio-Cortez says she hasn't ruled out running for president in 2028 - The Tuscaloosa News source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-08-10
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez won't rule out running for senator or president in 2028 - NBC New York source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-08-09
Ocasio-Cortez says she hasn't ruled out running for president in 2028 - jacksonsun.com source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-08-10
AOC says she's freezing eggs, hasn't ruled out 2028 presidential bid - USA Today source ↗
softConsidering· Low
2026-08-10
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has given another hint that she is considering a 2028 presidential run - The Journal source ↗
consideringQuote· Low
Early-state activity
New Hampshire
4 signals
Money movement — FEC, a separate axis
No FEC financial report on file — not a registered filer, or no totals yet. Money is never folded into the momentum score.
Tags
progressivegrassroots
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