Deb Haaland, U.S. Secretary of the Interior and former U.S. Representative from New Mexico, posted a series of messages on her social media account between September 1 and September 2, 2025, focusing on labor rights, conservation efforts, and her ongoing gubernatorial campaign.
On September 1, Haaland marked Labor Day with a statement highlighting the role of unions in society: "When unions are strong, workers are strong, our economy is strong, and our state is strong. I’m thrilled that labor has such strong connections across our state and I will always work for our working families. Happy Labor Day, everyone!"
Later that day, she emphasized her support for environmental causes by referencing an anniversary event: "I'm eager to celebrate 5 years of conservation, culture, and community with Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project. In a time when our public lands are under attack, I'm proud to fight with New Mexicans for our water, land, and air. Join us to support this important cause!" The Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project is an organization focused on connecting communities to public lands through advocacy and stewardship programs.
On September 2, Haaland reflected on her gubernatorial campaign’s progress since its launch over six months prior: "A little over six months ago, I launched my campaign for governor and dedicated myself to listening to New Mexicans in every corner of our state. After traveling 13,994 miles and visiting all 33 counties, I'm more confident than ever that, as New Mexicans, we can build a better" As Secretary of the Interior since March 2021 and a member of President Biden's Cabinet—the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary—Haaland has maintained active engagement with issues central to New Mexico.
Her recent statements come amid ongoing national debates about union rights and environmental protection policy. The celebration with Nuestra Tierra reflects continued concerns about safeguarding public lands in the face of legislative challenges.
