# Ocasio-Cortez announces decision to freeze her eggs

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has publicly shared her decision to freeze her eggs, citing it as a personal choice. As a prominent political figure, her announcement draws attention to reproductive health decisions and career-life planning for women in high-pressure roles.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/aug/09/alexandria-ocasio-cortez-eggs-fertility) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:06:49 GMT