ABQ Times

Melanie Stansbury, currently serving as the U.S. Representative for New Mexico's 1st District, shared her thoughts via social media on various topics including tributes, federal economic policies, and food assistance cuts. Her messages illuminate her opinions on a range of current political issues.

On March 27, 2025, Rep. Stansbury paid tribute to "Chairman Raúl Grijalva," describing him as "more than just a fighter for the people of AZ-07." She emphasized his commitment to "Tribal nations, environmental justice, public lands, and mitigating climate change." Stansbury highlighted his role as "a kind and giving mentor" whose legacy will resonate through those he influenced. Original quotation

Later on the same day, Stansbury criticized the GOP, asserting that "this is a scam." She accused them of assisting "Elon Musk and his friends" in receiving substantial federal contracts while proposing tax benefits that, she argued, would undermine essential programs. Stansbury expressed concern over the allocation of government resources to a select few at the expense of broader public welfare. Original quotation

Continuing with her focus on social welfare, Stansbury expressed regret over recent federal cuts to food assistance. On March 27, 2025, she referenced recent efforts to highlight "Trump's cuts to food assistance across the country" and lamented additional federal budget reductions to the Emergency Food Assistance Program, amounting to another $500 million in cuts. Stansbury underscored the program's role in supporting "food banks and farmers." Original quotation