Today, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed strong opposition to the tax bill passed by Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives. The governor criticized the legislation for its significant reductions to programs such as Medicaid, which are crucial for many New Mexicans.
Governor Lujan Grisham stated, "This morning, Republicans in the U.S. House prioritized the ultra-wealthy over working families by passing a tax bill that makes deep cuts to vital programs that New Mexicans rely on." She further noted that these cuts could affect food benefits for children and hinder advancements in clean energy, while benefiting wealthy individuals and increasing the federal deficit.
In response to these developments, Governor Lujan Grisham emphasized her administration's commitment to safeguarding progress for all residents of New Mexico. She highlighted her collaboration with a congressional delegation from New Mexico that opposes the bill and called on citizens nationwide to urge Senate Republicans to reject it.
The governor's statement reflects ongoing concerns about how federal policy changes might impact state-level initiatives aimed at supporting vulnerable populations.
