AOC & Sanders Caught INCONSISTENCY!

Socialist champions Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders face accusations of hypocrisy after being caught using a $15,000-per-hour private jet during their “Fighting Oligarchy” tour.

At a Glance

  • Rep. Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Sanders were filmed boarding a private jet during their campaign against wealth concentration and corporate influence
  • The private jet used costs approximately $15,000 per hour to charter
  • Both politicians have previously criticized private jet usage and advocated for environmental causes
  • Sanders spent nearly $250,000 on private jets in the first quarter of 2025 and $1.9 million during his 2020 campaign
  • Private jets produce nearly 500 times more carbon emissions annually than the average person

Private Jets for Anti-Oligarchy Tour

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Bernie Sanders have drawn criticism after footage emerged showing them boarding a private jet during their “Fighting Oligarchy” tour. The two progressive politicians are conducting rallies across the country to address economic inequality and corporate influence in America. The tour includes stops in Tucson, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Nampa, and Bakersfield. Neither Ocasio-Cortez’s nor Sanders’ offices have responded to multiple requests for comment regarding their transportation choices.

The private aircraft used for their tour reportedly costs $15,000 per hour to charter. This expensive mode of transportation has raised questions about consistency with their political messaging, particularly from conservative critics who view it as contradictory to their socialist platform. Transportation records reveal that Sanders has already spent nearly $250,000 on private jet travel in just the first quarter of 2025, continuing a pattern established during his previous presidential campaign.

Environmental Impact Contradictions

The decision to use private aviation appears at odds with both politicians’ strong environmental advocacy. According to a 2021 report, private jets produce approximately 14 times more pollution than commercial aircraft per passenger. The Bombardier Challenger, similar to the one used by the politicians, consumes about 365 gallons of fuel every 1.32 hours. Private jet users typically generate nearly 500 times more carbon emissions annually than the average person.

Sanders has been a vocal supporter of environmental initiatives, including the “Green New Deal.” Ocasio-Cortez has previously questioned the necessity of private jet use by corporate executives, stating in one instance, “How many private jets do these CEOs need?” She has also criticized tax benefits for private jet owners. Despite these positions, both politicians appear to have made exceptions for their own travel arrangements.

Campaign Funding and Previous Travel Patterns

The official website for the campaign states they aim to “have real discussions across America” about “the oligarchs and corporate interests who have so much power and influence in this country.” The site solicits donations for travel expenses with the tagline “Paid for by friends of Bernie Sanders (not the billionaires).” This funding approach emphasizes grassroots support while maintaining distance from wealthy donors.

“It is insatiable. It is unacceptable. I do not know how any person can say I need another $100 million before another person can have health care.”, said Ocasio-Cortez.

This isn’t the first time Sanders has utilized private air travel. During his 2020 presidential campaign, he spent over $1.9 million on private jets. Ocasio-Cortez has also been observed traveling in premium accommodations, including a first-class seat on a commercial JetBlue flight. While campaign logistics often necessitate flexible transportation arrangements, the contrast between their messaging on wealth inequality and their travel choices has provided ammunition for critics questioning their commitment to the principles they espouse.

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