U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury representing New Mexico's 1st Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury representing New Mexico's 1st Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Melanie Stansbury, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing New Mexico’s 1st district, has recently shared a series of tweets addressing historical and contemporary issues pertinent to her state and constituents.
On March 23, 2025, Rep. Stansbury reflected on a significant historical event by stating "80 years ago, the first atomic bomb was detonated at the Trinity Site near Carrizozo, NM. This fateful day in July of 1945 (as shown in the Oppenheimer movie) would determine the outcome of WWII and the course of history. And, it would leave a devastating nuclear legacy that".
Later that same day, she emphasized the importance of land grant communities in New Mexico with another tweet: "In New Mexico our Land Grant communities are vital to the fabric of our state, our cultures, and ways of life. Established across New Mexico during both Spanish and Mexican eras, hundreds of land grant communities continue today, including in the East Mountains outside of".
On March 24, 2025, Rep. Stansbury addressed social issues affecting marginalized groups by expressing solidarity with LGBTQ+ individuals: "As we head back to the fray in DC today—we wanted to send a message of hope and solidarity to the Trans and LGBTQ+ community across New Mexico and the country. We know it’s a difficult and frightening time—but we see you, we love you, and are fighting alongside you! ".
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