
Former Biden Press Secretary and current MSNBC host Jen Psaki has criticized Democrats for passing over Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) for the party's top position on the House Oversight Committee, calling it a missed opportunity after the party's bruising losses in the 2024 election.
During her show "Inside with Jen Psaki," she said the decision to choose Rep. Gerry Connolly reflected a failure to embrace younger, media-savvy leadership. Connolly, 74, secured the role with a 131-84 vote earlier this month. He was backed by former Speaker Nancy Pelosi who campaigned on his behalf.