- Campaign finance disclosures reveal that Senator Bernie Sanders’ campaign spent over $550,000 on private jet services in 2025.
- The expenses were incurred during a “Fight Oligarchy” tour, in which Sanders traveled extensively across the country.
- Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) accompanied Sanders on this tour, which aimed to address issues of economic inequality and challenge the influence of large corporations.
- The use of private jets sparked conversations and critique, particularly given Sanders’ and AOC’s strong public stance against the excesses of the wealthy elite.
- The filings detailed the utilization of numerous private jet services to facilitate quick and efficient travel between campaign stops.
- The tour was part of a broader effort by Sanders to galvanize support for his political initiatives and progressive policies against oligarchic systems.
- Despite the significant expenditure on private flights, the campaign defended the decision as necessary to maintain the demanding schedule of appearances and engagements.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/bernie-sanders-spent-over-550k-2025-campaign-funds-private-jets-filings-show)
