ABQ Times

Representative Melanie Stansbury, the current Congressional Representative for New Mexico’s 1st District, has been vocal through various tweets concerning current political and social issues. Having served in the U.S. Congress since 2021, she succeeded Deb Haaland and previously held office in the New Mexico House of Representatives.

On April 12, 2025, Stansbury critiqued the administration's policies in a tweet, emphasizing "This should tell you everything you need to know about this Administration’s attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion". Her post implies dissatisfaction with the administration's stance and actions regarding matters of diversity and inclusion.

On the same day, Stansbury shared her excitement about returning to New Mexico for a tour of her district. She expressed gratitude for the continued support she receives from her constituents. She stated, "Happy Friday Everyone! We’re back in New Mexico and ready for our District Tour. But, I want to take a moment to say thank you for all your support and to answer some of the important questions you’ve been asking the last several days."

Later that day, Stansbury addressed potential policy impacts on American citizens, particularly concerning Medicaid and public health programs. She highlighted the personal impact on citizens like the Tittmann family, asserting, "Real people, millions of Americans like the Tittmanns, will be hurt by cutting Medicaid and public health programs—which is why we are fighting back against this cruel agenda." Stansbury called for continued opposition to these policies.

Melanie Stansbury was born in Farmington, New Mexico, in 1979 and resides in Albuquerque. She is an alumna of Saint Mary's College of California, where she earned her BA in 2002.