Deb Haaland, U.S. Secretary of the Interior and former Congresswoman from New Mexico, addressed a range of issues in a series of posts on November 19 and 20, 2025. Her statements focused on transparency for Native women’s health, support for educators, and long-term solutions for families in New Mexico.
On November 19, Haaland emphasized the need for greater openness regarding Native women’s health. She wrote, "We need transparency and accountability to ensure no woman has to face this trauma. I appreciate Senators Pinto and Lopez taking this step forward to protect Native women's health and take a hard and necessary look at our history."
Later that day, she turned her attention to education policy in New Mexico. In her post, Haaland stated, "Our teachers lay the foundation for our future. I’m happy to see our state invest back into the people who are working to educate our kids. I’m grateful to programs like this, and I’m ready to grow them so every educator has the support they deserve."
On November 20, Haaland outlined her priorities for addressing challenges facing New Mexican families. She posted: "New Mexican families deserve long-term solutions, not a band-aid fix. On day 1, I will begin tackling education, crime, affordability, and healthcare. I’m ready to build a state where everyone is safe, healthy, and can thrive."
Haaland's remarks come amid ongoing discussions about improving healthcare access for Native American communities—a topic that has drawn national attention due to persistent disparities in outcomes—and efforts within New Mexico to bolster public education funding as part of broader social investment initiatives.
