2028 Poll Crowns Two New Frontrunners: Marco Rubio and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Voters in both parties are expressing a willingness to consider candidates previously outside the top tier.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio, left, and Congresswoman Alexandrio Ocasio Cortez of New York. — Secretary of State Marco Rubio, left, and Congresswoman Alexandrio Ocasio Cortez of New York. Official portraits

JOSEPH CURL

Published: May 14, 2026, 04:00 AM ET
Updated:May 14, 2026, 04:21 AM ET