Summary

Current Position: US Representative of NM-01 since 2021
Affiliation: Democrat
Former Position: Member of the Las Cruces City Council from 2017 to 2021
District:  southern half of New Mexico, including Las Cruces, and the southern fourth of Albuquerque.  
Upcoming Election: Running for relection to House seat NM 02.

From 2008 to 2011, he was the business editor of the Las Cruces Bulletin. In 2011, he was the executive director of the Las Cruces Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. From 2013 to 2015, he served as a field representative for Senator Martin Heinrich.

In 2015 and 2016, Vasquez was the vice president of communications for First Focus, a Washington, D.C.-based advocacy organization. From 2016 to 2018, he was the director of community relations for the New Mexico Wildlife Federation. In 2018 and 2019, he was the deputy director of New Mexico’s chapter of the Wilderness Society. From 2019 to 2021, he worked as deputy director of the Western Conservation Foundation.

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News

Border Crisis Is Personal in Battleground US House District
Bloomberg News, Billy House – April 16, 2024

New Mexico’s southernmost district could decide House control
Family histories span district’s 180-mile border with Mexico

 

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About

Source: Campaign page

Growing up, Gabe lived on both sides of the border and spent much of his time in his Grandfather’s TV repair shop in the Chaveña Neighborhood of Ciudad Juarez. He saw firsthand the important cross-border connections and relationships that support families and businesses in New Mexico. He knows that if we’re going to build a stronger economy in New Mexico’s 2nd district, we need people in Congress who will put partisan politics aside to deliver for New Mexican families.

For more than 10 years, Gabe has dedicated himself to public service.

In 2013, after helping build one of Las Cruces’ most successful startup companies, he joined Senator Heinrich’s staff and worked across southern New Mexico to solve problems for New Mexico businesses, communities, and families. He was also instrumental in the designation of the Organ Mountains Desert Peaks National Monument, protecting it from harmful development and safeguarding it for future generations.  In 2017, he was elected to the Las Cruces City Council with over 70 percent of the vote. In this role, Gabe delivered millions of dollars in investment to create and improve parks, updated the district’s infrastructure, promoted policy that created thousands of jobs, and helped craft a comprehensive development plan that focused on lifting families out of poverty. In prior years, Gabe has served as the executive director of the Las Cruces Hispano Chamber of Commerce, worked in public lands conservation, and as a policy advocate promoting child welfare and family wellbeing at the federal level.

But throughout his life, Gabe has also seen that the American Dream his family fought so hard for is slipping away from the grasp of most New Mexicans. An ever rising cost-of-living, lack of economic opportunities for southern New Mexico, a tax code that benefits CEOs and millionaires and punishes working families, lack of investment in rural and Native American communities, and politicians who put themselves and their Wall Street donors ahead of  the communities they are supposed to represent are robbing families of their potential.

But in this work, he’s also seen that the American dream his family fought so hard for is slipping away.

Gabe is running for Congress to be a champion for working families and to build an economy that benefits everyone. Gabe will do this by creating high-quality, good-paying jobs, helping New Mexico families deal with the rising cost of living, ensuring all New Mexicans have access to affordable and high-quality health care, combating climate change, and conserving public lands and natural resources to capitalize on the district’s growing outdoor recreation economy. Gabe believes that the work doesn’t stop until all New Mexicans have meaningful opportunities to raise happy, healthy families and pass on their traditions to future generations. Gabe is committed to fighting for you in Congress.

Personal

Full Name: Gabriel Vasquez

Gender: Male

Birth Date: 08/03/1984

Home City: Las Cruces, NM

Source: Vote Smart

Education

BA, English/Journalism, New Mexico State University, 2002-2008

Political Experience

Representative, United States House of Representatives, New Mexico, District 2, 2023-present

City Councilor, City of Las Cruces, District 3, 2017-2023

Candidate, United States House of Representatives, New Mexico, District 2, 2022

Professional Experience

Deputy Director of Federal Lands, Western Conservation Foundation, 2019-present

New Mexico Deputy State Director, New Mexico Wildlife Federation, 2016-2018

Offices

Washington DC Office
1517 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC  20515Phone: (202) 225-2365
Albuquerque District Office
201 Unser Blvd. NW
Unit 116
Albuquerque, NM  87121Phone: (505) 208-4777
Las Cruces District Office
115 W. Griggs Ave.
Las Cruces, NM  88001Phone: (575) 323-6390
Carlsbad District Office
101 N. Halagueno St.
Room #213-B
Carlsbad, NM  88220

Contact

Email: Government

Web Links

Politics

Source: none

Election Results

To learn more, go to this wikipedia section in this post.

Finances

Source: Open Secrets

Committees

Committee Appointments

  • House Agriculture Committee
    • Conservation, Research & Biotechnology Subcommittee
    • Forestry Subcommittee
  • House Armed Services Committee
    • Strategic Forces Subcommittee, Vice Ranking Member
    • Readiness Subcommittee

Leadership Roles

  • Congressional Hispanic Caucus
    • Vice Chair, Diversity and Inclusion
  • New Democrat Coalition
    • Vice Chair of the Workforce Development Task Force
  • Bipartisan Southwest Caucus
    • Co-founder
  • Wildlife Refuge Caucus
    • Vice Chair

Caucus Memberships

  • Bipartisan Fentanyl Prevention Caucus
  • Future Farmers of America Caucus
  • Native American Caucus
  • Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus
  • Spent Nuclear Fuel Solutions Caucus
  • Equality Caucus
  • Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus
  • Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus

New Legislation

Learn more about legislation sponsored and co-sponsored by Congressman Vasquez.

Issues

Priorities

Source: Government Site

Agriculture

Before joining Congress, Vasquez spent time working in Deming at a chile factory and understands first-hand that New Mexico is a vital part of America’s agricultural sector. Our farmers, ranchers and farmworkers from the South Valley to the Hatch Valley work the land every day to ensure all Americans have access to safe, affordable, American-grown food. As a member of the House Agriculture Committee, Vasquez is working alongside them to support New Mexico’s agriculture economy in the Farm Bill. Vasquez is also committed to protecting and expanding SNAP benefits, a lifeline for so many New Mexicans.

Armed Services & National Security

Our military service members and their families play a crucial role in our national security. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, Vasquez is working to bring home results and investments for our service members, military families, and the communities that depend on well-funded military installations and research facilities. New Mexico is a critical component of our national security, and Vasquez is proud to represent our state and national interests.

Education & Family Support

nvesting in students means investing in our future. Rep. Vasquez believes that education boosts New Mexico’s competitiveness by equipping the next generation with essential skills to strengthen our workforce. That’s why prioritizing early childhood education, family support, and post-graduation opportunities ensures a solid foundation for the future.

Here are some ways Vasquez has been working to make this a reality:

Supporting Working Families

Student Education & Well-Being

Environment & Conservation

Vasquez, a lifelong hunter and outdoorsman, is deeply committed to safeguarding New Mexico’s public lands. He is championing smart climate solutions to ensure future generations have access to clean water, air and lands.

Here are some ways he has worked to protect New Mexico’s natural beauty:

Public LandsWildfire Prevention & ManagementClimate Solutions
  • Called for solutions to staffing shortages within the United States Forest Service (USFS) to prevent devastating wildfires.
  • Held the Forest Service accountable for wildfire management by advocating for updated action plans and increased safety measures.
  • Introduced the Utilizing Grazing for Wildfire Risk Reduction Act to direct the U.S. Forest Service to use all the tools in its toolbox to reduce wildfires – including livestock grazing for dry fuel reduction.
  • Continues to increase funding for wildfire management and prevention efforts.
  • Secured funding for better infrastructure to improve wildfire response times in Isleta, Valencia, and other rural communities.
  • Increased funding for climate change mitigation for the Department of Defense to address environmental challenges.
  • Secured funding for five electric school buses for Las Cruces Public Schools, reducing harmful emissions to keep students safe.
  • Supports climate solutions such as the Arctic Refuge Protection Act, designating over 1.5 million acres of land in Alaska for preservation.
  • Acquired $63M in federal funding for the development of electric truck charging stations, fostering emission reduction along the I-10 corridor and advancing the transition to electric vehicles.

Immigration & Border Solutions

Rep. Vasquez is a first-generation Mexican-American who has lived on both sides of the border. Vasquez is committed to creating bipartisan opportunities to fix our broken immigration system during one of the most trying political environments in our nation’s history. He is a proud co-sponsor of the American Dream and Promise Act to establish a pathway to citizenship for DREAMers. Vasquez also introduced a package of common-sense bills that addresses different parts of our immigration system and the challenges we face at the border. This legislative package is informed by the people of New Mexico, for the people of New Mexico.

His package of immigration and border solutions includes:

  • STRENGTHENING OUR WORKFORCE ACT: Our farm workers, energy workers, teachers, health care workers, and others— are the economic engine of our society. This bill provides immigrants who work in critical jobs a pathway to lawful permanent residency.
  • HUMANE ACCOUNTABILITY ACT: We must address the abuse and neglect that occurs within federally sanctioned detention centers. This bill provides oversight, accountability and data to ensure families and children, who are legally seeking asylum, are treated with dignity, humanity and respect.
  • STOP COYOTES ACT: Coyotes and cartels are taking advantage of women and children on their journey to the US. This bill would impose higher penalties for those who are convicted of human trafficking and those who engage minors in their illicit activities.
  • SMART BORDER PROTECTION ACT: The majority of illegal drugs that come into this country, particularly fentanyl, are confiscated at our ports of entry. Smart, non-intrusive inspection technology, such as the new MEP at Santa Teresa, is a game-changer. This technology detects drugs and speeds up wait times for commercial traffic and non-commercial vehicular traffic. This bill will tackle the nation’s fentanyl crisis by implementing this technology and increasing staff to effectively operate it.
  • FARM WORKFORCE SUPPORT ACT: The shortage of agricultural farm workers is also a deep concern for New Mexico. In places like Deming, Arrey, and Lemitar, Vasquez has heard directly from producers about the shortage of workers. He believes we can meet the demands of feeding our nation with sound immigration policy that also protects farm workers and their families. This bill paves the way to reform the existing agricultural workforce program.

Rep. Vasquez has been calling on Congress to address our broken immigration system and provide emergency federal funding to support border communities. In addition, Vasquez has been leading the effort to secure funding to stop fentanyl smuggling by installing new technology at our ports of entry.

Keeping Energy Costs Down

Rep. Vasquez stands by the energy workers who fuel America’s energy economy. He believes in an all-of-the-above approach with oil and gas and clean energy to diversify our economy and bring more jobs to New Mexico. More investments in American energy will decrease prices for families like yours and protect our economy with reliable energy sources.

Learn more about Vasquez’s work to: 

  1. Prioritizing Energy Workers: New Mexico’s fossil fuel industry makes up about half of the state’s revenue and is largely located within Vasquez’s district. That’s why he introduced theEnergy Workers Health Improvement and Compensation Fund Act. The fund aims to better compensate oil field workers and their immediate relatives who experience health impacts related to their jobs, and ensure that those who are powering our economy have the health care they deserve.
  2. Supporting Domestic Energy: Vasquez introduced language on the House floor to prioritize domestic energy, and keep costs down by ensuring energy produced in America is used by Americans first.
  3. Lowering Utility Bills: He also championed affordable energy solutions for struggling New Mexicans by demanding transparency and long-term solutions from Symmetry Energy Solutions— making sure utility bills remain manageable.
  4. Clean Energy Jobs: Vasquez has championed major investments into New Mexico including companies like Maxeon which will bring thousands of jobs to the Albuquerque area to manufacture solar panels, and Arcosa which is bringing 250 new jobs to Belen to manufacture wind towers. He has also secured more than $63M in funding for projects such as electric truck charging stations as well as carbon capture and storage technology which will diversify energy sources, but also create jobs and make energy more affordable for families.
  5. Renewable Energy Transition: Rep. Vasquez strongly supports transmission projects like the Sun Zia and Southline Transmission Projects that will help bring clean energy to people’s homes.

Read more about how Vasquez is prioritizing energy workers:

To learn about how Vasquez is fighting to protect our environment, click here.

Lower Costs, More Jobs

As New Mexicans continue to feel the pressure of inflation, Vasquez is hearing from families about the challenges they face. That’s why he unveiled his Lower Costs Plan, a commitment to easing the burden of inflation, creating good-paying jobs and ensuring that working families’ hard-earned dollars stay where they belong – in their own homes. The plan is made up of multiple bills that Vasquez has introduced and will continue to push to address the economic challenges of working families.

There are over 150,000 small businesses in our state, and they account for 99% of all businesses in New Mexico. Our national economy–and our local economies–are built on the backs of small businesses. In his Lower Costs Plan, Vasquez is committed to bringing more jobs to the area and uplifting small businesses. Check out the full plan here.

Here are some ways Vasquez has worked to bring more jobs and cut your costs:

More Money in Your Wallet

  • Introduced the Inflation Relief Actto lower taxes for hard-working families to help ease the burden of inflation, providing the average New Mexican family with an extra $900
  • Voted to pass the bipartisan expanded Child Tax Credit that benefits 59K children in the district
  • Co-sponsored the Combating Rural Inflation Actto address high prices in rural counties
  • Fought to preserve the Affordable Connectivity Program to make high-speed internet more accessible for low-income families
  • Standing up to utility companies to keep costs down
  • Led the PATIENT Act to put patients’ needs over corporate profits to keep your costs low

Prioritizing Job Creation & Boosting Small Businesses

  • Championed the Rural Jobs Actwhich increases investments in rural small businesses
  • Introduced theEconomic Opportunity for Border Communities Act to target federal investments for places such as Santa Teresa & Sunland Park to bring more jobs to the area
  • Stimulated local economies by securing historic Community Project Funding for initiatives that will bring tens of thousands of jobs to the area.
  • Supports theNurse Corps Tax Parity Act to create more health care jobs and make sure every family can get the care they need.
  • Co-sponsored the One Stop Shop for Small Businesses Act to cut administrative costs.
  • HostedU.S. Small Business Administrator Guzman in Las Cruces to discuss challenges and opportunities with local businesses in southern New Mexico

Supporting Rural Communities: Vasquez is committed to ensuring that rural communities and colonias aren’t left behind. He is working hard to invest in our rural areas and has announced several bills that focus primarily on rural infrastructure and development, including the Expanding Regional Airports Act and theStronger Communities Through Better Transit Act, and the Rural Internet Improvement Act to address transportation and connectivity disparities.

Making Health Care Affordable & Accessible

1 in 5 rural New Mexicans have trouble accessing health care and over half of NM’s hospitals report critical staff shortages. From lowering health care costs to increasing accessibility, Rep. Vasquez is working to ensure New Mexicans have the resources they need to lead healthy lives.

Here are some examples of how Vasquez is fighting to make health care more accessible and affordable:

Affordable Health Care and NutritionIncreased Accessibility & Safety

Protecting Reproductive Rights and Health Care Freedom 

Vasquez will always be a champion for women’s reproductive care. He is a leader on the Women’s Health Protection Act to codify Roe v. Wade and led an effort to protect reproductive health care access for military service members. Vasquez also signed an amicus brief to the US Supreme Court standing up for women and their reproductive rights by ensuring the continued availability of mifepristone.

Rights & Freedoms

The preservation of rights and freedoms is the cornerstone of our democracy. Rep. Vasquez passionately advocates for the protection of our fundamental freedoms. From defending voting rights to championing reproductive choice, equality and responsible gun ownership, he’s dedicated to ensuring our liberties endure.

  • Commitment to Democracy: As a steadfast advocate for democracy, Vasquez stands firm in protecting the fundamental right to vote. He has proudly co-sponsored both the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act. These crucial pieces of legislation aim to safeguard voting rights for all Americans to ensure that every citizen has the freedom to participate in our democratic process, promoting fairness and accessibility in elections.
  • Commitment to Reproductive Freedom:Vasquez believes that healthcare decisions are between you, your doctor and your faith. He is dedicated to ensuring that everyone has access to the essential healthcare services they need, including reproductive healthcare.He is a proud co-sponsor of the Women’s Health Protection Act to codify Roe v. Wade and has led efforts to safeguard reproductive health care access for service members.
  • Commitment to Equality:As a member of the Equality Caucus and a champion of the Equality Act, Vasquez is committed to advancing legislation that ensures equal rights and protections for all Americans, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. He believes in fostering a society where everyone can live authentically and without fear of discrimination.
  • Commitment to Responsible Gun Ownership: Vasquez is a proud hunter, angler and responsible gun owner who understands that we need to enact common sense gun safety laws that will help make our families safer, while protecting the Second Amendment. He is leading common sense gun violence prevention bills, including the Bipartisan Background Checks Act to keep guns out of the hands of dangerous criminals and the Assault Weapons Ban to keep our children safe.

Supporting Tribal Communities

Indigenous peoples have profoundly shaped New Mexico’s history, culture and landscape. That’s why Rep. Vasquez is honored to work alongside the Tribes and Pueblos in New Mexico to uplift indigenous communities and advocate for equitable policies across the district. With seven federally recognized tribes in his district, Vasquez stands with Native communities and will continue to be a partner to bring justice and prosperity, uphold treaties, and protect culture and tradition.

Here are some ways he has worked to do support Indian Country:

Fighting for Equity for Tribes & Pueblos

Securing Funding for Tribal Communities

 

  • Led the Tribal HUD-VASH Act to provide housing assistance and support services for Native American veterans.
  • Voted to extend the Special Diabetes Program for Indians to help address health disparities in Tribal communities. .
  • Fighting to ensure the US upholds its trust responsibility to Indian Country by fully funding the Indian Health Service and other key programs to support education, infrastructure, and general wellbeing.
  • Championed the bipartisan Indian Programs Advance Appropriations Act to fulfill the US governments trust responsibility and provide full and consistent funding for IHS and BIE programs.
  • Cosponsored the bipartisan Carcieri Fix bill to improve the process for taking land into trust.

Supporting Our Veterans

Veterans of our armed forces are vital members of our community, and deserve access to the best programs and care available. Representative Vasquez will always work to ensure that the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our country receive the care and support they deserve.

If you are a veteran and need assistance accessing your VA benefits or need assistance with other federal agencies, please click here.

Here are some ways he has been working to support our vets:

Access to Care and OutreachAdvocacy and SupportBenefits and Assistance
  • Championed the Veterans Patient Advocacy Act to amplify veteran voices by increasing the number of patient advocates within the VA.
  • Supported the Not Just a Number Act to enhance suicide prevention efforts among veterans.
  • Advocated for the BRAVE Act to provide mental health resources and services for veterans who have faced traumatic experiences.

More Information

Services

Source: Government page

New Mexico’s 2nd congressional district serves the southern half of New Mexico, including Las Cruces, and the southern fourth of Albuquerque. It is currently represented by Democrat Gabe Vasquez.

District

Source: Wikipedia

Wikipedia

Gabriel Vasquez (born August 3, 1984)[1] is an American politician who is the U.S. representative for New Mexico’s 2nd congressional district. He previously served as a member of the Las Cruces City Council.[2][3] Vasquez is a member of the Democratic Party.

Early life and education

Vasquez was born in El Paso, Texas, and raised in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico.[4][5] He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and journalism from New Mexico State University in 2008.[6] As a college student, Vasquez was the news editor and editor-in-chief of The Round Up, New Mexico State University’s student-run newspaper.[citation needed]

Career

From 2008 to 2011, he was the business editor of the Las Cruces Bulletin.[citation needed] In 2011, he was the executive director of the Las Cruces Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.[citation needed] From 2013 to 2015, he served as a field representative for Senator Martin Heinrich.[7][failed verification]

In 2015 and 2016, Vasquez was the vice president of communications for First Focus, a Washington, D.C.–based advocacy organization. From 2016 to 2018, he was the director of community relations for the New Mexico Wildlife Federation. In 2018 and 2019, he was the deputy director of New Mexico’s chapter of the Wilderness Society. From 2019 to 2021, he worked as deputy director of the Western Conservation Foundation in the federal lands department. From 2017 to 2021, he served as a member of the Las Cruces City Council.[8][9]

U.S. House of Representatives

Elections

2022

Vasquez was the Democratic nominee for New Mexico’s 2nd congressional district in the 2022 election.[10][11] He won on November 8, 2022, by 1,350 votes, defeating Republican incumbent Yvette Herrell. The district’s boundaries were redrawn after the 2020 census, drawing the previously Republican-leaning district to be Democratic-leaning.[12]

During the campaign, Vasquez deleted tweets attacking the oil and gas industry, rationalizing rioting in the summer of 2020, and comparing the Trump administration to the Ku Klux Klan.[13]

2024

Main article: 2024 United States House of Representatives elections in New Mexico

Vasquez ran for reelection in 2024 against Republican former Congresswoman Yvette Herrell. in a rematch of the 2022 race, Vasquez once again defeated Herrell, this time by 11,832 votes, despite Donald Trump narrowly flipping his congressional district in the concurrent presidential election.[14]

Tenure

Abortion

Vazquez supports abortion rights and codifying Roe v. Wade into federal law.[15]

COVID-19 policy

On January 31, 2023, Vasquez voted to require health care workers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.[16][17]

On February 1, 2023, Vasquez voted against a resolution to end the COVID-19 national emergency.[18][19]

Education

In 2023, Vazquez introduced bipartisan legislation to address the ongoing teacher shortage in Indian Country.[20] The bill would give federal pensions to educators.[21][22]

Energy

Vasquez supported President Joe Biden‘s freeze on oil and gas leases.[23]

Syria

In 2023, Vasquez voted against H.Con.Res. 21, which would have ended U.S. troops’ involvement in the American-led intervention in the Syrian civil war within 180 days.[24]

2024 presidential nominee

On July 19, 2024, Vasquez called for Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 United States presidential election.[25]

Caucus memberships

Committee assignments

Electoral history

2022

2022 New Mexico’s 2nd congressional district election[28]
PartyCandidateVotes%
DemocraticGabe Vasquez 96,986 50.34
RepublicanYvette Herrell (incumbent)95,63649.63
DemocraticEliseo Luna (write-in)510.03
Total votes192,673 100.0
Democratic gain from Republican

See also

References

  1. ^ McDevitt, Michael (April 30, 2021). “Gabe Vasquez Won’t Seek Second City Council Term”. Las Cruces Sun News. Archived from the original on November 10, 2022. Retrieved November 10, 2022.
  2. ^ Linan, Ali (November 7, 2017). “Gabriel Vasquez takes District 3 seat in a landslide”. Las Cruces Sun-News. Archived from the original on December 20, 2022. Retrieved December 16, 2022.
  3. ^ McDevitt, Michael (November 3, 2021). “Becki Graham to succeed Gabe Vasquez on Las Cruces City Council”. Las Cruces Sun-News. Archived from the original on December 20, 2022. Retrieved December 16, 2022.
  4. ^ “Las Cruces City Councilor Gabe Vasquez Says He’s Running For Congress”. KRWG. September 15, 2021. Archived from the original on September 26, 2022. Retrieved April 21, 2022.
  5. ^ “Las Cruces city councilor will run for U.S. House seat”. Santa Fe New Mexican. September 15, 2021. Archived from the original on November 10, 2022. Retrieved April 21, 2022.
  6. ^ McDevitt, Michael. “Las Cruces City Councilor Gabe Vasquez announces congressional run”. Las Cruces Sun-News. Archived from the original on January 28, 2022. Retrieved April 21, 2022.
  7. ^ “Gabe Vasquez On His Run For NM’s Second Congressional District Democratic Nomination”. KSFR. October 8, 2021. Archived from the original on March 31, 2022. Retrieved May 9, 2022.
  8. ^ Carver, Adrian N. (September 16, 2021). “Las Cruces City Councilor Gabe Vasquez Is A Serious Challenger to Herrell In CD2”. The Paper. Archived from the original on March 31, 2022. Retrieved April 21, 2022.
  9. ^ Mutnick, Ally; Ferris, Sarah (May 9, 2022). “Democrats’ chance to save the House majority runs through these districts”. Politico. Archived from the original on May 9, 2022. Retrieved May 9, 2022.
  10. ^ Mutnick, Ally (March 10, 2022). “House Democrats name top challengers in fight for majority”. Politico. Archived from the original on April 21, 2022. Retrieved April 21, 2022.
  11. ^ “New Mexico Democrats pick top contenders for June 7 primary”. Associated Press. March 4, 2022. Archived from the original on April 21, 2022. Retrieved April 21, 2022.
  12. ^ Duerrmeyer, Tia. “Democrats Make a Clean Sweep in New Mexico”. Lea County Tribune. Archived from the original on November 10, 2022. Retrieved November 10, 2022.
  13. ^ “Running as a moderate, New Mexico Democratic congressional candidate deletes progressive tweets”. CNN. Archived from the original on March 18, 2023. Retrieved May 31, 2023.
  14. ^ “New Mexico 2nd District”. The Washington Post. Retrieved November 20, 2024.
  15. ^ Garcia, Justin. “Dems rally in Las Cruces over abortion access amid counter-protest”. Las Cruces Sun-News. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
  16. ^ Aabram, Virginia (January 31, 2023). “Seven Democrats join Republicans in vote to lift vaccine mandate for healthcare workers”. The Washington Examiner. Archived from the original on March 19, 2023. Retrieved May 31, 2023.
  17. ^ “On Passage – H.R.497: To eliminate the COVID-19 vaccine mandate on”. August 12, 2015. Archived from the original on February 21, 2023. Retrieved May 31, 2023.
  18. ^ “House passes resolution to end COVID-19 national emergency”. February 2023. Archived from the original on February 21, 2023. Retrieved May 31, 2023.
  19. ^ “On Passage – H.J.RES.7: Relating to a national emergency declared by”. August 12, 2015. Archived from the original on February 21, 2023. Retrieved May 31, 2023.
  20. ^ Time, Indian. “Bipartisan Effort Seeks to Address Teacher Shortage in Indian Country with the Parity for Tribal Educators Act”. Indian Time. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
  21. ^ MacDonald, Alexander (June 17, 2024). “Cronkite News: Bipartisan bill seeks to boost hiring of Indian Country teachers”. Indianz.Com. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
  22. ^ “Bill aims to ease teacher shortage at tribal schools”. ICT News. June 19, 2024. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
  23. ^ “ICE needs ‘melting,’ says Democratic House hopeful critical of immigration agency”.
  24. ^ “House Votes Down Bill Directing Removal of Troops From Syria”. Associated Press. March 8, 2023.
  25. ^ “Every Big Name Urging Biden To Drop Out: Sen. Sherrod Brown Joins 35 Democrats In Congress”. Forbes. Retrieved July 20, 2024.
  26. ^ “Endorsed Candidates”. NewDem Action Fund. Archived from the original on December 3, 2022. Retrieved December 23, 2022.
  27. ^ Adragna, Anthony; Diaz, Daniella; Tully-Mcmanus, Katherine (June 15, 2023). “Bipartisan support for blocking arms to a NATO nation”. Politico. Retrieved June 15, 2023.
  28. ^ “2022 General New Mexico – Unofficial Results”. New Mexico Secretary of State. Archived from the original on November 15, 2020. Retrieved November 19, 2022.
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 Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from New Mexico’s 2nd congressional district
2023–present		Incumbent
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Preceded by

 United States representatives by seniority
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