ABQ Times

Rep. Melanie Stansbury, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing New Mexico's 1st district, has expressed her views on various topics through recent tweets. Stansbury, who succeeded Deb Haaland in 2021, highlighted historical and contemporary issues affecting New Mexico and the United States.

On February 2, 2025, Rep. Stansbury commemorated the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848, emphasizing its significance for New Mexico's people and resources. She stated, "On this day in 1848, the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo was signed—ensuring the rights of New Mexico’s people, lands, and waters as we entered the U.S. It’s a reminder of our deep-rooted history and the enduring promise of justice and equality for all of our communities."

The following day, on February 3, she raised concerns about Elon Musk's influence over federal matters. She questioned his authority to manage federal employees and access sensitive data without holding an official government position. In her tweet, she remarked, "Elon Musk is NOT: - An elected official - An appointee confirmed by the Senate - Or even a legit fed So why the hell has he been given access to fire federal employees, sensitive gov data, and federal payment systems. He must be stopped."

Later that day, Stansbury criticized former President Donald Trump's policies concerning economic issues like food prices and housing costs while alleging Elon Musk's involvement in governmental disruptions. She asserted that these developments were contrary to public expectations: "This is Donald Trump’s America: - Food prices up - Housing costs up - Stock Market down - Trade wars imminent - Elon Musk dismantling gov agencies, hacking fed systems, and accessing your sensitive data. This is NOT what the American people voted for. We are fighting back!"