Tech billionaire Elon Musk has publicly called for an investigation into Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) after reports surfaced that her Deputy Communications Director was an undocumented worker who has now self-deported to Colombia. The explosive revelation has raised serious legal and ethical questions regarding taxes, employment verification, and potential fraud.
Musk: “This Situation Demands an Investigation”
Musk took to his platform, X (formerly Twitter), to demand that Attorney General Pam Bondi add this case to the ongoing investigations into AOC.
“A sitting Congresswoman employing an undocumented worker at $80,000 per year? How were taxes handled? Did he use a fraudulent Social Security number? This situation demands an investigation.”
The worker in question allegedly held a high-ranking role in AOC’s communications team and was reportedly earning $80,000 annually—despite not having legal authorization to work in the U.S.
Legal Ramifications & Political Fallout
If the reports are accurate, AOC could face serious legal consequences, including potential violations of:
- Federal Employment Laws (Knowingly hiring an undocumented worker is a violation of U.S. law).
- Tax Evasion & Fraud (How were payroll taxes managed? Was a fake SSN used?)
- Misuse of Public Funds (If taxpayer money was used for the salary, this could lead to an ethics probe).
Republican lawmakers and political figures have already begun calling for a full-scale congressional inquiry.
Senator Ted Cruz reacted: “If true, this is a direct violation of federal law. AOC must be held accountable like any other American.”
House Speaker Mike Johnson added: “This is why we need stricter immigration laws. No one, not even AOC, is above the law.”
AOC Responds: “This is a Distraction”
In response, AOC dismissed the allegations as a political attack, claiming that Musk and his allies are trying to shift focus away from their own controversies.
“This is nothing but a smear campaign by billionaires who don’t want working-class people in Congress. Instead of investigating me, how about we investigate Musk’s shady business deals?”
Her team has not yet denied the claim outright, which has only fueled more speculation.
What’s Next?
With Musk leading the charge, an official investigation into AOC could be imminent. If the allegations hold up, this scandal could:
✅ Damage AOC’s political career
âś… Trigger legal consequences
âś… Spark a larger debate on illegal employment in Washington
For now, all eyes are on AOC as political pressure mounts for her to answer critical questions about her hiring practices.
