Ocasio-Cortez leads New Hampshire Democratic poll 22%

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leads a hypothetical field of Democratic presidential candidates in New Hampshire, according to a new poll released on July 22, 2026. The survey shows the New York congresswoman with 22% support among likely Democratic primary voters in the state, narrowly ahead of former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg at 21%.

The University of New Hampshire Granite State Poll, conducted from July 15 to 20, provides an early snapshot of voter sentiment more than two years before the 2028 election. Arizona Senator Mark Kelly placed third with 9%, followed by California Governor Gavin Newsom at 8%. Independent Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont received 6%, while former Vice President Kamala Harris, the party's 2024 nominee, garnered 5%.

When asked about the poll results and a potential White House bid, Ocasio-Cortez declined to rule out a run but emphasized her current focus is on the 2026 midterm elections. She said she was deeply humbled by the support and that her main goal is to help Democrats win back a majority in the House of Representatives. Buttigieg has similarly not dismissed speculation about a 2028 campaign, stating during a recent...