Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, a U.S. Representative from New Mexico, shared reflections on the recent Zozobra event in Santa Fe through a series of posts on August 31, 2025.
In her first post, Leger Fernández wrote, "Still feeling the joy and unity that lit up Santa Fe on Friday night. Zozobra reminds us that, together, we can turn gloom into hope and celebration. ¡Que viva Santa Fe! https://t.co/yttcZsfYqK" (August 31, 2025). The subsequent tweets consisted of links to images or videos related to the event: "https://t.co/25H7IL7e5N" and "https://t.co/1cTjk3vxmm", both posted on August 31, 2025.
The Zozobra festival is an annual tradition in Santa Fe where residents gather to burn a giant effigy symbolizing gloom, with the aim of bringing hope and renewal to the community. Rep. Leger Fernández’s remarks reflect the spirit of unity that characterizes this event.
Leger Fernández has represented New Mexico in Congress since winning her seat in 2020. She secured re-election victories in both 2022 and 2024, defeating Alexis Martinez Johnson and Sharon Clahchischilliage respectively.
