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Ben Luján, Jr.'s Public Statements

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12/24/2020 Tweet - "This morning, House Republican Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy objected to and prevented $2000 checks to the American people."
12/23/2020 Tweet - "The COVID-19 pandemic has shown that broadband is essential for our communities to thrive. My Map Improvement Act, which was passed into law earlier this year, will help target federal investments and deploy high-speed internet to where it is needed most."
12/23/2020 Tweet - "As we celebrate the holidays this year, please do so as safely as possible to help stop the spread of this virus. #MaskUp, practice social distancing, and avoid large gatherings. Have a safe and healthy holiday season!"
12/23/2020 Tweet - "This veto cements President Trump's legacy as a president who consistently put his personal grievances ahead of the good of the American people. I will join my bipartisan colleagues to override this veto."
12/22/2020 Tweet - "Students have been hit hard during the COVID-19 pandemic. They need an experienced Secretary of Education committed to their success. @JoeBiden has made a strong and historic choice in Dr. Cardona, & I look forward to working with him to support students, families, and educators."
12/22/2020 Tweet - "Democrats have been pushing for bigger stimulus checks since May. Now that the president has finally said that he agrees, it's time for the @SenateGOP to get on board with delivering more relief to Americans. Let's get this done by Unanimous Consent to get relief out ASAP."
12/22/2020 Tweet - "In January, @AlexPadilla4CA will make history as the first Hispanic to represent California in the U.S. Senate. Congratulations, my friend! I look forward to working with you to strengthen our elections, combat COVID-19, and put our nation on a path toward recovery."
12/21/2020 Tweet - "After months of needless delay, Congress has passed COVID-19 funding. Struggling families shouldn't have had to wait this long, but I'm happy that we're getting this package adopted for the good of New Mexicans. This pandemic isn't over, and more support is needed."
12/21/2020 Tweet - ". @SenatorTomUdall has been a champion for New Mexicans in the U.S. Senate and I'm proud call him a friend and mentor. Thank you for your service, Senator."
12/19/2020 Tweet - "As the first New Mexicans receive the coronavirus vaccine, I have a responsibility to lead by example and show my constituents that this vaccine is safe and effective. There is nothing to fear about getting vaccinated to protect yourself from this deadly disease."
12/18/2020 Tweet - "Earlier this year, I was proud to see grants for remote training to respond to COVID-19, based on my ECHO Act, included as part of the #HeroesAct. This bill builds on @UNM 's successful @ProjectECHO model to connect rural health care providers with specialists for training."
12/17/2020 Tweet - "By picking @RepDebHaaland as his Interior Secretary, President-elect @JoeBiden is making a strong and historic nomination. Congresswoman Haaland has a proven record of standing up for our public lands & fighting to ensure that America keeps its commitments."
12/17/2020 Tweet - "I congratulate our good friend Deb Haaland on this historic nomination, and I look forward to continuing to work with her in this new role!"
12/16/2020 Tweet - "Although the first New Mexicans received vaccines this week, the threat of COVID-19 remains incredibly real. Sadly, New Mexico has lost more than 2,000 of our neighbors and loved ones to this virus. We can't let up in our efforts to stop the spread of this deadly virus."
12/15/2020 Tweet - "Additionally, I secured a provision requiring @HHSGov to establish a national training and technical assistance center to support community organizations that provide peer support services for individuals suffering from substance use disorder."
12/14/2020 Tweet - "Our nation has reached an unthinkable milestone: more than 300,000 Americans have died from COVID-19, including nearly 2,000 New Mexicans. This virus is real, and each of us must take precautions to save lives. Continue doing your part."
12/14/2020 Tweet - "Eight years ago, the deadly shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School forever changed Newtown and the nation. We can honor the 20 children & six school staff members whose lives were cut short that day by fighting to #EndGunViolence."
12/01/2020 Tweet - "It's been a humbling experience serving New Mexico's 3rd Congressional District for the last decade. There are few jobs where you're lucky enough to see the impact of your work on your neighbors and community."
09/18/2020 Tweet - "I am deeply saddened by the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and join Americans in mourning her loss. Justice Ginsburg has left an indelible mark on our nation through her groundbreaking work on the Court, and her legacy will live on."
08/28/2020 Tweet - "For decades, Tribal elders have been defrauded by predators promising Social Security and Medicare benefits. Now, the fear and confusion over COVID-19 has given unscrupulous individuals new ways to swindle Tribal members out of their savings and sensitive personal information."
08/27/2020 Tweet - "Today marks the 100th anniversary of the #19thAmendment guaranteeing women's right to vote -- an important milestone for democracy. But we know this right wasn't extended to all women, and there is still more work to do to improve voting access -- especially for women of color."
08/25/2020 Tweet - "As the Caja Fire and Medio Fire spread, my office is working with local officials and monitoring these wildfires to keep New Mexicans up to date. I am grateful to the first responders who are working to control these wildfires & keep our communities safe."
08/25/2020 Tweet - "The worsening climate crisis brings the risk of more frequent and extreme wildfires like the ones we are seeing. This brings toxic smoke into nearby communities and releases more carbon into the air. It's time to #ActOnClimate because lives depend on it."
08/24/2020 Tweet - "From our smallest villages to our largest cities, the @USPS is a critical lifeline. On Saturday, I voted to #SaveTheUSPS because I understand how important post offices are to New Mexicans, especially those in rural communities. Closures and mail delays will impact us all."
08/22/2020 Tweet - "It's time for Mitch McConnell and the @SenateGOP to follow the House's lead by passing this critical legislation. #DontMessWithUSPS"
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