ABQ Times

Rep. Melanie Stansbury, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing New Mexico’s 1st district, has been vocal about her dedication to environmental and community issues through a series of tweets. Stansbury, who succeeded Deb Haaland in 2021, has emphasized her commitment to defending natural resources and addressing tribal concerns.

On December 8, 2024, Rep. Stansbury stated: "I've dedicated my entire career to defending our land, water, and air, serving our communities, and working on Tribal issues. And, I don't plan on stopping anytime soon!" This tweet underscores her ongoing commitment to these causes.

The following day on December 9, she shared a brief post with a link titled "ICYMI": "ICYMI: https://t.co/xkCv1lEtc9", suggesting further information or updates related to her work or initiatives.

Later that same day, Rep. Stansbury announced her intention to run for Ranking Member of the House Committee on Natural Resources with a call for new leadership: "We need bold, new leaders with fresh ideas to take on Trump & Project 2025. I've dedicated my career to finding solutions to land, water, climate issues and fighting for communities. That’s why I'm running for RM of the House Committee on Natural Resources. Let's make history!" This tweet highlights her focus on environmental policy and leadership within Congress.