Summary
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) lost her bid to lead Democrats on the House Oversight Committee, defeated 131-84 by Rep. Gerry Connolly in a secret caucus vote.
Reports suggest former Speaker Nancy Pelosi actively lobbied against AOC, backing Connolly by making calls and using political capital to sway votes.
Connolly, 74, cited his experience and record as decisive factors in his victory, despite progressive disappointment over AOC’s loss.
Supporters viewed AOC’s bid as a chance to revitalize Democratic strategy, calling the outcome a missed opportunity for the party.
Jeez and they wonder why they lose elections, first Bernie, now AOC.
The DNC broke every fundraising record they previously had. They only lost the election by our metrics, they all got fabulously paid this year.
They’re not losing elections. They’re improving value to shareholders.
[Both feet profusely bleeding from shooting off each toe] “I’m good to run for 4 more years!”