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Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández criticizes Trump over Epstein case transparency and social program cuts
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Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted several tweets on November 7, 2025, calling for transparency in the Epstein case and criticizing Donald Trump's policy decisions on social programs and federal responses.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham orders flags at half-staff to honor former Sen. Clint Harden
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued statements between November 6-7, 2025 addressing tributes to Senator Clint Harden, responses to federal policies affecting New Mexican families, and recognition of Speaker Nancy Pelosi's congressional career.


Deb Haaland criticizes GOP actions on shutdowns and BLM leadership in recent posts
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Deb Haaland posted several statements on November 6 criticizing Republican lawmakers over government funding issues and opposing Steve Pearce as a potential leader of the Bureau of Land Management.


UNM Health Sciences recognizes six researchers at annual Excellence in Research awards
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Six researchers from the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center were recognized for their scientific achievements at the 17th annual Excellence in Research awards ceremony, which took place on November 5 at the Domenici Center for Health...


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández criticizes economic conditions and announces Taos event
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Representative Teresa Leger Fernández posted several updates on November 6, 2025, criticizing economic inequality under Trump's policies and inviting constituents to an event in Taos with Kristina Ortez.


Two chamber-backed candidates win seats on Albuquerque Public School Board
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Two candidates supported by the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce have been elected to the Albuquerque Public School Board.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses healthcare policy and leadership legacy on social media
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U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernández used her X account to invite constituents to a healthcare town hall and comment on political developments affecting federal aid and Democratic leadership legacies between November 5-6, 2025


Deb Haaland addresses government shutdown impact on New Mexico communities
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Deb Haaland published several posts on November 6, 2025, focusing on community support during what she called the longest government shutdown in history.


Bernalillo County DA Sam Bregman addresses town hall outcomes and project predator sentencing
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District Attorney Sam Bregman provided updates on community discussions about student safety and announced the sentencing of an Albuquerque man in connection with Project Predator on November 6, 2025.


Sam Bregman addresses teen murder case and hosts school safety town hall
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Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman posted updates on Twitter about charges against a 13-year-old related to a teen's homicide and detailed efforts to engage families on school safety.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses healthcare policy and shutdown impacts in recent posts
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Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández used her social media accounts on November 4-5, 2025 to discuss healthcare issues facing New Mexicans and respond to the effects of the ongoing government shutdown on federal employees.


New Mexico Secretary of State issues updates on local election day and result certification process
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The New Mexico Secretary of State provided timely updates via X during the state's Regular Local Election in early November 2025.


Deb Haaland congratulates Mikie Sherrill and highlights civic engagement in latest posts
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Deb Haaland posted three messages on November 5, 2025 celebrating Mikie Sherrill's historic win as governor of New Jersey and encouraging civic participation in New Mexico.


Deb Haaland addresses healthcare access and family support programs in recent posts
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Deb Haaland highlighted her priorities on healthcare access and family support programs in New Mexico through posts made on November 2 and November 5, 2025.


Native American Rights Fund releases guide for handling ancestral sites and cultural items
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The Native American Rights Fund (NARF), in collaboration with Land Justice Futures, has released a new guide aimed at helping organizations and individuals responsibly manage Native American burial sites and cultural objects.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham calls for SNAP action and highlights child wellness
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham posted a series of tweets from November 2-4, 2025 focusing on children's health through outdoor education and expressing concern about food insecurity amid delayed SNAP funding at the federal level.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández criticizes SNAP funding and promotes local agriculture in recent posts
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U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernández addressed SNAP funding concerns and promoted local farming efforts in New Mexico through social media posts on November 3-4, 2025.


State Sen. Brantley on wolf management: Program costs are 'about a million dollar per year per wolf'
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Crystal Brantley, a state senator for New Mexico's 35th District, expressed concerns regarding federal wolf management.


Rio Grande Foundation critiques expansion of universal free child care in New Mexico
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Recently, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham introduced a plan to provide taxpayer-funded “free” child care for all residents of the state, regardless of income.


Bernalillo County DA Sam Bregman meets Albuquerque students on crime prevention topics
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District Attorney Sam Bregman engaged Albuquerque-area high school students on November 3, 2025 about issues like gun violence and fentanyl.