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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a U.S. Representative, gained significant attention for wearing a dress with the phrase "Tax the Rich" at the 2021 Met Gala, which sparked discussions about wealth inequality and her political stance. Recently, she was instructed by the House Ethics Committee to pay additional amounts related to her Met Gala appearance due to violations of House rules regarding gifts.
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/aoc-broke-house-rules-attend-ritzy-met-gala-tax-rich-dress-ordered-pay