Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) has once again come under fire, this time for a social media post that many observers believe could expose her to legal consequences. In the controversial post published Friday, Ocasio-Cortez referred to President Donald Trump as a “rapist,” appearing to link her accusation to the administration’s decision not to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein. While the congresswoman seemed to be referencing a civil court ruling involving writer E. Jean Carroll, critics were quick to point out that the jury in that case did not find Trump liable for rape, but rather for a lesser civil offense of battery.
Legal and political commentators swiftly raised alarms over the implications of the remark. Some suggested that Ocasio-Cortez may have crossed a legal line by falsely asserting a criminal act that had not been substantiated by any court of law.
Numerous users on the social platform pushed back, noting the distinction between the jury’s verdict and her inflammatory language. Others pointed to the defamation suit previously filed by Trump against ABC host George Stephanopoulos, who had made a similar mischaracterization during an interview in 2024. That case resulted in a settlement where Stephanopoulos and ABC reportedly agreed to pay $15 million to Trump’s presidential library fund and an additional $1 million in legal fees, along with a public apology.
Conservative legal community figures also provided their opinions. Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) cited the New York Times v. Sullivan precedent, suggesting that Ocasio-Cortez’s article might even violate it. This precedent has historically shielded public people from defamation lawsuits unless there is proof of genuine intent.
Trump’s supporters urged him to take legal action in retaliation. Laura Loomer, a Trump supporter, claimed that the post qualified as defamatory. That opinion was supported by legal commentator Phil Holloway, who claimed that the congresswoman had gone “way too far.”
The White House communications director, Steven Cheung, issued a strongly worded response, describing the congresswoman’s behavior as desperate and rooted in animosity toward the former president. According to Cheung, Ocasio-Cortez had once again allowed her disdain for Trump to override any regard for truth or decorum.
This incident follows a history of similarly aggressive rhetoric by the New York Democrat. In early 2021, she had refused to attend Trump’s inauguration, claiming she does not “celebrate rapists.” Though her comments were widely interpreted as referring to Trump, she offered no clarification at the time. A report from The Hill at the time declined to directly connect her statement to Trump, despite widespread assumptions.
The controversy has reignited broader concerns over the use of social media by elected officials to spread false or defamatory statements, particularly when aimed at high-profile figures. It remains unclear whether Trump’s legal team will pursue action, though many within his circle are encouraging such a step.
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