Ocasio-Cortez Discusses Egg Freezing Amid Political Ambitions
As the political landscape heats up ahead of the 2028 presidential election, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez reveals a personal decision that intertwines with her career plans. The New York congresswoman announced she is freezing her eggs, a choice she says gives her a greater sense of control over her future.
Sharing her decision on Instagram, Ocasio-Cortez, 36, expressed, “This is a choice that I am making to feel more in control of my life.” While she did not confirm any plans to have children, she acknowledged the “political risk” involved in discussing her family planning publicly.
During an appearance on ABC’s “This Week,” Ocasio-Cortez hinted at possible future political aspirations, including a presidential run or challenging current Senate floor leader Chuck Schumer for his New York Senate seat in 2028. She emphasized the importance of discussing the challenges women face professionally and personally, especially under policies enacted by former President Donald Trump.
“In this political environment, where this administration is denying reproductive care to women across the country, from abortion rights to the ability to carry out a healthy pregnancy, I think it’s important for us as leaders to have these conversations,” she stated. The Trump administration is known for its stance against abortion rights, a position solidified by his Supreme Court appointees who played a crucial role in overturning Roe v. Wade in 2022. Roe v. Wade decision
Interestingly, Trump also signed an executive order in 2025 aimed at reducing the costs of in vitro fertilization, highlighting a complex stance on reproductive issues.
Ocasio-Cortez has been active in reproductive rights, sponsoring a Democratic bill in 2022 to enshrine abortion rights into federal law following the Supreme Court’s decision. She addresses the different standards women in politics face compared to their male counterparts, noting, “Men run for office, or frankly they interview for jobs, and people don’t think in the back of their minds, ‘OK, this guy’s running for office, how old is he? Oh, well, is he going to want to start a family?’”
