Ocasio-Cortez, who represents parts of Queens and the Bronx, has said she hasn’t ruled out a run for president. Should Ocasio-Cortez choose to run for president in two years, experts say she would easily be the progressive front-runner. If she were to win the White House, she’d be the first woman to become president and the youngest in history. While Democratic primary voters may prefer progressives, those candidates may not prevail in general elections. Those considering a presidential run will need to decide by spring of 2027 at the latest, enough time to begin campaigning in the early primary states.