Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has declined to rule out challenging Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer for his New York Senate seat when his current term ends in 2028.

Ocasio-Cortez said any decision about a Senate or presidential campaign would be personal and that she plans to focus on the 2026 midterm elections before deciding her next steps.

She has also been mentioned as a potential 2028 presidential candidate, while her political profile, fundraising operation and relationships with progressive Democrats have expanded in recent years.

Polling cited in the article shows Ocasio-Cortez has substantial support among Democratic voters but also significant unfavorable ratings among the broader electorate and Republicans, The Guardian has reported.

A potential Senate challenge would put her against Schumer, while she could also remain in the House or pursue a presidential campaign depending on decisions she makes after the midterm elections.