House Dem Pushes Legislation Against Big Oil 'Profiteering' After Investing in Major Oil Companies In a move that has raised eyebrows and sparked controversy, a House Democrat has introduced legislation aimed at curbing what she calls big oil profiteering. The bill, which is being sponsored by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), would impose a tax on oil companies that make excessive profits and use the revenue to fund renewable energy projects. The legislation has drawn criticism from some quarters, with opponents accusing Ocasio-Cortez of hypocrisy for investing in major oil companies while simultaneously pushing for legislation that would hurt their bottom line. However, the congresswoman has defended her position, arguing that her investments are part of a broader strategy to push for change from within. I believe that we need to be investing in renewable energy and moving away from fossil fuels, Ocasio-Cortez said in a statement. But I also believe that we need to be realistic about the fact that we can't just flip a switch and make that happen overnight. We need to work with the companies that are currently dominating the energy market to help them transition to cleaner sources of energy. Critics have pointed out that Ocasio-Cortez's investments in oil companies, including ExxonMobil and Chevron, could be seen as a conflict of interest. However, the congresswoman has said that she has divested from those companies and that her investments were made through a mutual fund that she has no control over. Regardless of the controversy surrounding the legislation, it has sparked an important conversation about the role of big oil in the transition to renewable energy. While some argue that oil companies should be punished for their role in contributing to climate change, others believe that they can play a key role in the transition to a cleaner energy future. Ultimately, the success of Ocasio-Cortez's legislation will depend on whether it can gain enough support in Congress to become law. But regardless of the outcome, the debate over the role of big oil in the transition to renewable energy is likely to continue for years to come.