Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is actively exploring a potential 2028 Senate bid, evident in her recent activities. She is touring upstate New York, meeting local officials and initiating a voter turnout program. This effort aims to gather crucial data for a possible Senate campaign. Her upstate visit also serves to gauge her appeal beyond her home base. In Buffalo, she met with the mayor and launched a voter engagement operation. She expressed a desire to transform New York State to local activists. In Ithaca, she appeared at a festival and a town hall, in an area with fellow democratic socialist elected officials. While Ocasio-Cortez claims to be undecided between a Senate or presidential run, her actions suggest a serious consideration for the Senate. Some influential Democrats in early presidential primary states have not yet heard from her. Insiders believe she would likely clear the Democratic field for an open Senate seat. However, she has also taken steps that could indicate presidential aspirations, including national tours and moderating some stances. Ocasio-Cortez views her future decision as putting the country first and considering electability.