AOC caught off guard when asked by TMZ whether she'd ever date a conservative after reported split from fiancé

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, when asked by TMZ if she would date a conservative, responded with a laugh, stating it was “probably not” due to the importance of aligned values. This comes after her reported split from fiancé Riley Roberts. Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville, married to a former GOP consultant, shared his perspective on dating across the political aisle and advised young progressives to be more pragmatic.

• Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stated she would “probably not” date a conservative, citing the importance of value alignment.
• The question was posed by TMZ outside Capitol Hill following reports of her split from fiancé Riley Roberts.
• James Carville, who is married to a Republican consultant, shared his experience dating across the political aisle.
• Carville advised young progressives to be more pragmatic in their approach to life and dating, suggesting it leads to greater happiness and success.