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Jan. 4, 2020 Tweet - "In 2019, the House of Representatives passed more than 400 bills that will transform the lives of the American people -- including 275 that were bipartisan. It's time that Senator Mitch McConnell get to work and bring these pieces of legislation for a vote." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 29, 2019 Tweet - "The Wounded Knee Massacre remains a dark moment of brutality against Native Americans. To help bring justice, I'm fighting to rescind honors awarded to those individuals who perpetrated violence and to remember the legacy of the innocent Native men, women, and children killed." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Saddened to hear of the passing of state Rep. Bill Pratt who served New Mexicans honorably as a surgeon and state legislator. My condolences are with his family, friends, and colleagues as they honor his memory." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 23, 2019 Tweet - "It's my honor to represent #NM03 in Congress. This year, my team and I were busy delivering results for New Mexicans -- and we'll never stop fighting for our communities. 720+ Constituent Cases Closed $5.7M+ Federal Benefits Secured for Constituents" Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 21, 2019 Legislation to Reauthorize Native American Language Programs Becomes Law Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 21, 2019 Tweet - "NEWS: The Esther Martinez Native American Languages Program Reauthorization Act was just signed into law -- a major step forward for #LanguageJustice! Proud to have fought for this bill w/ @SenatorTomUdall @MartinHeinrich @RepDebHaaland @RepTorresSmall." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "This year, the House got to work #ForThePeople and passed more than 400 bills, including more than 275 bipartisan pieces of legislation that uplift American families. In the new year, I'll continue fighting for New Mexico priorities." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "New Mexico's Third Congressional District is one of the most expansive in the country -- and home to diverse communities from corner to corner. This year, I traveled nearly 13,000 miles across #NM03 meeting with New Mexicans & hearing directly from you about your priorities." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Mr. President, you'll never measure up to the late Congressman Dingell or to @RepDebDingell. The Dingell family has always put our country first and has delivered for families in Michigan. Shame on you for your callousness." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 19, 2019 Heinrich Statement On Impeachment Of President Trump Sen. Martin Heinrich
Dec. 19, 2019 Udall, Heinrich Announce Judge Kea Riggs Confirmed by Senate to Fill Vacancy on U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Joining @MSNBC and @ChrisJansing to discuss the historic vote the House of Representatives took last night to hold President Trump accountable for his abuse of power and obstruction." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "New Mexico families deserve results, and I spent this year in Congress working to deliver progress for our communities. Alongside my team, we were able to serve #NM03 and fight for priorities that uplift New Mexico families. Check out our year in review" Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "It's been a busy year fighting for New Mexico priorities, including passing legislation to revitalize Native languages, #ProtectChaco, and #InvestInBroadband. Take a look 375 Bills Co-sponsored 27 Bills Introduced 13 Bills, Amendments, & Measures Passed by the House" Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "The facts are clear -- and the House of Representatives acted with courage to fulfill our constitutional duty to hold President Trump accountable for abusing the power of his office and obstructing Congress." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Service - Feinstein, Wyden, Murrary, Colleagues Demand HHS Rescind Rule Allowing Taxpayer-Funded Discrimination Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 18, 2019 Heinrich Announces Nominees To The United States Service Academies Sen. Martin Heinrich
Dec. 18, 2019 Lujan Statement on Impeachment of President Trump Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 16, 2019 Letter to Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Warren, DeLauro, Colleagues Reiterate Urgent Concerns With Border Protection Agency's "Unconscionable" Failure to Provide Flu Vaccines for Migrants in Custody Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Dec. 16, 2019 Heinrich Says Indian Child Welfare Act Helps Keep Native Children Connected To Their Communities And Cultures Sen. Martin Heinrich
Dec. 13, 2019 Bipartisan, Bicameral Group of Lawmakers File Amicus Brief Supporting the Indian Child Welfare Act Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Lujan Statement on Articles of Impeachment Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 10, 2019 New Mexico Delegation Praises Passage of Legislation to Safeguard Native Languages Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 New Mexico Delegation Praises Passage of Legislation to Safeguard Native Languages Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Tweet - "With 148 Native languages at risk of extinction, we must act to address this crisis & ensure #LanguageJustice. I'm proud to spearhead the passage of this legislation w/ the New Mexico Delegation to honor the legacy of Tewa storyteller Esther Martinez & assert Native cultures." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 9, 2019 Tweet - "With passage of my legislation, Congress has made monumental progress to respect the heritage of Native Americans and Tribes who are speaking the languages gifted to them by their Creators." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Jakelin Call Maquin was a 7-year-old who died in U.S. custody in NM because of the Trump admin's negligence. On the anniversary of her death, we pray for #JusticeForJakelin and stand up against President Trump's hateful policies and rhetoric. We will not forget you, Jakelin." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump's new rule will endanger food security for 37K New Mexicans -- a reckless move that will hurt working families. Today, I'm joining more than 100 of my colleagues to block the Trump administration from kicking hundreds of thousands of Americans off #SNAP." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 5, 2019 O'Halleran Introduces Bill to Expand Resources for Tribal Elders Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Rep. Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM) Is Interviewed About Pelosi's Comment On Hating The President Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Since its very first days, the Trump administration has treated Puerto Rico with disregard and contempt -- actively looking to stop their recovery after an unprecedented hurricane close to leveled the island." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 5, 2019 Bipartisan Bill Introduced in House to Improve Housing Conditions in Indian Country Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Lights remain off. Jobs never returned. And President Trump continues to stand in the way of Puerto Rico by illegally withholding critical recovery aid. It's un-American. And this administration's damage must be stopped." Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 5, 2019 Lujan Statement on the U.S. House of Representatives Moving Forward with Impeachment Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Cruelty is the point. Nearly 40,000 New Mexicans could lose critical food assistance because of the Trump administration. Our children and families don't deserve to go hungry to fuel Trump's politics. @realDonaldTrump, keep your #HandsOffSNAP." Sen. Ben Luján
Nov. 27, 2019 Tweet - "During #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, we affirm our appreciation for the diversity of cultures and histories of American Indians and Alaskan Natives. We must always combat the legacy of racism that continues to impact our country's original inhabitants today." Sen. Ben Luján
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Dept. of Justice - Cárdenas Sends Letter to DHS, DOJ Demanding Answers on Tent Courts Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "After a week of testimony from firsthand witnesses, we know the facts: President Trump directed a scheme to strong arm Ukraine for his political purposes. That's extortion. And everyone in the White House knew." Sen. Ben Luján
Nov. 21, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - 100+ Democrats Demand Stephen Miller's Immediate Firing Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Heinrich Introduces Bill To Establish Bandelier National Park and Preserve Sen. Martin Heinrich
Nov. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad F. Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Kenneth T. Cuccinelli, Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - 80+ Members Call on Trump Administration to Abandon Fee Hikes for Immigrants Applying for Citizenship Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "More than 22 trans individuals have been killed this year. Black women are disproportionately targeted - with 91% of these murders perpetrated against black women. This Transgender Day of Remembrance, I'm remembering these women & fighting for change." Sen. Ben Luján
Nov. 20, 2019 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator - Tonko, Kuster, Pallone lead 220+ Members Calling on EPA to Negotiate in Good Faith Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Native American History is American history. Now more than ever, it's important to honor and celebrate the rich and diverse traditions of Indigenous People throughout our country. I'm proud to fight each day to remove unjust barriers placed on Native Americans." Sen. Ben Luján
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to To Federal Communications Commission (fcc) Chairman Ajit Pai - E&c Democrats Express Concerns Over 2.5 Ghz Proceeding Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Kenneth Cuccinelli, Acting Dir. of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Engel Joins House Colleagues in Demanding DHS Stop Fee Increases for Naturalization Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Udall, Gallego Introduce Tribal Wildlife Corridors Act of 2019 Sen. Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Udall, Heinrich Request Investigation Of Conditions For ICE Detainees Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Native American women face violence at 10x the national rate. It's been more than 220 days since @HouseDemocrats passed #VAWA to end the abuse of women in communities across the country. @senmajldr - it's time to act. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth" Sen. Ben Luján
Nov. 18, 2019 Heinrich Statement On Pueblo Of Acoma Sacred Ceremonial Shield Sen. Martin Heinrich
Date Title Politician
Jan. 4, 2020 Tweet - "In 2019, the House of Representatives passed more than 400 bills that will transform the lives of the American people -- including 275 that were bipartisan. It's time that Senator Mitch McConnell get to work and bring these pieces of legislation for a vote." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 29, 2019 Tweet - "The Wounded Knee Massacre remains a dark moment of brutality against Native Americans. To help bring justice, I'm fighting to rescind honors awarded to those individuals who perpetrated violence and to remember the legacy of the innocent Native men, women, and children killed." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Saddened to hear of the passing of state Rep. Bill Pratt who served New Mexicans honorably as a surgeon and state legislator. My condolences are with his family, friends, and colleagues as they honor his memory." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 23, 2019 Tweet - "It's my honor to represent #NM03 in Congress. This year, my team and I were busy delivering results for New Mexicans -- and we'll never stop fighting for our communities. 720+ Constituent Cases Closed $5.7M+ Federal Benefits Secured for Constituents" Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 21, 2019 Legislation to Reauthorize Native American Language Programs Becomes Law Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 21, 2019 Tweet - "NEWS: The Esther Martinez Native American Languages Program Reauthorization Act was just signed into law -- a major step forward for #LanguageJustice! Proud to have fought for this bill w/ @SenatorTomUdall @MartinHeinrich @RepDebHaaland @RepTorresSmall." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "This year, the House got to work #ForThePeople and passed more than 400 bills, including more than 275 bipartisan pieces of legislation that uplift American families. In the new year, I'll continue fighting for New Mexico priorities." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "New Mexico's Third Congressional District is one of the most expansive in the country -- and home to diverse communities from corner to corner. This year, I traveled nearly 13,000 miles across #NM03 meeting with New Mexicans & hearing directly from you about your priorities." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Mr. President, you'll never measure up to the late Congressman Dingell or to @RepDebDingell. The Dingell family has always put our country first and has delivered for families in Michigan. Shame on you for your callousness." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 19, 2019 Heinrich Statement On Impeachment Of President Trump Sen.Martin Heinrich
Dec. 19, 2019 Udall, Heinrich Announce Judge Kea Riggs Confirmed by Senate to Fill Vacancy on U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Joining @MSNBC and @ChrisJansing to discuss the historic vote the House of Representatives took last night to hold President Trump accountable for his abuse of power and obstruction." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "New Mexico families deserve results, and I spent this year in Congress working to deliver progress for our communities. Alongside my team, we were able to serve #NM03 and fight for priorities that uplift New Mexico families. Check out our year in review" Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "It's been a busy year fighting for New Mexico priorities, including passing legislation to revitalize Native languages, #ProtectChaco, and #InvestInBroadband. Take a look 375 Bills Co-sponsored 27 Bills Introduced 13 Bills, Amendments, & Measures Passed by the House" Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "The facts are clear -- and the House of Representatives acted with courage to fulfill our constitutional duty to hold President Trump accountable for abusing the power of his office and obstructing Congress." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Service - Feinstein, Wyden, Murrary, Colleagues Demand HHS Rescind Rule Allowing Taxpayer-Funded Discrimination Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 18, 2019 Heinrich Announces Nominees To The United States Service Academies Sen.Martin Heinrich
Dec. 18, 2019 Lujan Statement on Impeachment of President Trump Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 16, 2019 Letter to Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Warren, DeLauro, Colleagues Reiterate Urgent Concerns With Border Protection Agency's "Unconscionable" Failure to Provide Flu Vaccines for Migrants in Custody Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Dec. 16, 2019 Heinrich Says Indian Child Welfare Act Helps Keep Native Children Connected To Their Communities And Cultures Sen.Martin Heinrich
Dec. 13, 2019 Bipartisan, Bicameral Group of Lawmakers File Amicus Brief Supporting the Indian Child Welfare Act Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Lujan Statement on Articles of Impeachment Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 10, 2019 New Mexico Delegation Praises Passage of Legislation to Safeguard Native Languages Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 New Mexico Delegation Praises Passage of Legislation to Safeguard Native Languages Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Tweet - "With 148 Native languages at risk of extinction, we must act to address this crisis & ensure #LanguageJustice. I'm proud to spearhead the passage of this legislation w/ the New Mexico Delegation to honor the legacy of Tewa storyteller Esther Martinez & assert Native cultures." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 9, 2019 Tweet - "With passage of my legislation, Congress has made monumental progress to respect the heritage of Native Americans and Tribes who are speaking the languages gifted to them by their Creators." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Jakelin Call Maquin was a 7-year-old who died in U.S. custody in NM because of the Trump admin's negligence. On the anniversary of her death, we pray for #JusticeForJakelin and stand up against President Trump's hateful policies and rhetoric. We will not forget you, Jakelin." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump's new rule will endanger food security for 37K New Mexicans -- a reckless move that will hurt working families. Today, I'm joining more than 100 of my colleagues to block the Trump administration from kicking hundreds of thousands of Americans off #SNAP." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 5, 2019 O'Halleran Introduces Bill to Expand Resources for Tribal Elders Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Rep. Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM) Is Interviewed About Pelosi's Comment On Hating The President Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Since its very first days, the Trump administration has treated Puerto Rico with disregard and contempt -- actively looking to stop their recovery after an unprecedented hurricane close to leveled the island." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 5, 2019 Bipartisan Bill Introduced in House to Improve Housing Conditions in Indian Country Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Lights remain off. Jobs never returned. And President Trump continues to stand in the way of Puerto Rico by illegally withholding critical recovery aid. It's un-American. And this administration's damage must be stopped." Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 5, 2019 Lujan Statement on the U.S. House of Representatives Moving Forward with Impeachment Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Cruelty is the point. Nearly 40,000 New Mexicans could lose critical food assistance because of the Trump administration. Our children and families don't deserve to go hungry to fuel Trump's politics. @realDonaldTrump, keep your #HandsOffSNAP." Sen.Ben Luján
Nov. 27, 2019 Tweet - "During #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, we affirm our appreciation for the diversity of cultures and histories of American Indians and Alaskan Natives. We must always combat the legacy of racism that continues to impact our country's original inhabitants today." Sen.Ben Luján
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Dept. of Justice - Cárdenas Sends Letter to DHS, DOJ Demanding Answers on Tent Courts Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "After a week of testimony from firsthand witnesses, we know the facts: President Trump directed a scheme to strong arm Ukraine for his political purposes. That's extortion. And everyone in the White House knew." Sen.Ben Luján
Nov. 21, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - 100+ Democrats Demand Stephen Miller's Immediate Firing Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Heinrich Introduces Bill To Establish Bandelier National Park and Preserve Sen.Martin Heinrich
Nov. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad F. Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Kenneth T. Cuccinelli, Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - 80+ Members Call on Trump Administration to Abandon Fee Hikes for Immigrants Applying for Citizenship Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "More than 22 trans individuals have been killed this year. Black women are disproportionately targeted - with 91% of these murders perpetrated against black women. This Transgender Day of Remembrance, I'm remembering these women & fighting for change." Sen.Ben Luján
Nov. 20, 2019 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator - Tonko, Kuster, Pallone lead 220+ Members Calling on EPA to Negotiate in Good Faith Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Native American History is American history. Now more than ever, it's important to honor and celebrate the rich and diverse traditions of Indigenous People throughout our country. I'm proud to fight each day to remove unjust barriers placed on Native Americans." Sen.Ben Luján
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to To Federal Communications Commission (fcc) Chairman Ajit Pai - E&c Democrats Express Concerns Over 2.5 Ghz Proceeding Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Kenneth Cuccinelli, Acting Dir. of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Engel Joins House Colleagues in Demanding DHS Stop Fee Increases for Naturalization Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Udall, Gallego Introduce Tribal Wildlife Corridors Act of 2019 Sen.Ben Luján, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Udall, Heinrich Request Investigation Of Conditions For ICE Detainees Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Native American women face violence at 10x the national rate. It's been more than 220 days since @HouseDemocrats passed #VAWA to end the abuse of women in communities across the country. @senmajldr - it's time to act. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth" Sen.Ben Luján
Nov. 18, 2019 Heinrich Statement On Pueblo Of Acoma Sacred Ceremonial Shield Sen.Martin Heinrich
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