U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez Serving the 3rd District of New Mexico | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, U.S. Representative from New Mexico, expressed concern over proposed federal legislation and its potential impact on families nationwide in a series of posts made on August 8 and 9, 2025.
On August 8, Rep. Leger Fernández stated: "New Mexico is unique in many ways, but not in our dependence on these programs. Every single state relies on federal funding, and every single state stands to lose. This bill is a betrayal to families across America."
The following day, she addressed issues related to military leadership and women's rights: "The man in charge of our military wants to roll back a century of progress for women.
The women who deploy, lead troops, and lay down their lives for this country’s democracy and their right to vote deserve better.
The 19th amendment was hard fought and hard won and is in the" She also shared an additional post with a link: "https://t.co/RoWRfmNJ1W" on August 9.
Leger Fernández has served as New Mexico's representative since winning her seat in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2020. She secured re-election against Alexis Martinez Johnson both in 2020 and 2022, receiving more than half the votes each time. In the most recent election cycle of 2024, she defeated Sharon Clahchischilliage.
Her recent statements highlight ongoing debates over federal funding for states and women's rights within the military context—issues that have been central to her legislative priorities during her tenure.
