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
Representative Melanie Stansbury, serving New Mexico’s 1st district since 2021, has expressed her concerns and sentiments through recent social media posts. Stansbury, who succeeded Deb Haaland, has been actively engaging with her constituents through various platforms.
On April 20, 2025, she voiced her concerns in a straightforward tweet: "This is NOT normal. https://t.co/Gceih0gY71". The content of the linked material was not disclosed in the tweet.
Later that day, Stansbury extended her holiday wishes, stating "From my family to yours, I hope you have a very blessed and happy Easter! https://t.co/YOzKq5kJwX".
The following day, April 21, 2025, she expressed her sorrow at the passing of a religious leader: "I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Pope Francis. He ushered in a new era for the Catholic Church focused on compassion, equality, and justice for all. Pope Francis led with a humility that transcended boundaries—advocating for the poor, LGBTQ+ rights, climate action, https://t.co/4OL8H7HSe0".
Melanie Stansbury, born in Farmington, New Mexico, in 1979, holds a BA from Saint Mary's College of California and lives in Albuquerque. She also has experience serving in the New Mexico House of Representatives from 2019 to 2021.