AOC urged to challenge Chuck Schumer in primary election

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is being encouraged to challenge Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer in a primary election. This comes after Schumer agreed to vote for a government funding bill that some Democrats criticize as partisan. Ocasio-Cortez criticized Schumer for supporting the bill, which she believes betrays progressive values. Some House Democrats have privately expressed support for her potential campaign against Schumer, who is not up for re-election until 2028. The funding bill has already passed the House and includes provisions that could give President Trump more control over spending. Senate Democrats are divided on how to respond, with some opposing the bill and others supporting it to avoid a government shutdown.