Americans deserve to know that no one is above the law, especially the President of the United States. The Department of Justice must protect the people – not those who break the law.

Over 200,000 of you made your voice heard for Chaco! The fight doesn’t end here. Follow here for more updates on the process and how you can continue to help protect Chaco.

On the 61st anniversary of Medicaid and Medicare, Donald Trump and Republicans have made it clear: they don't care about your health care.

I voted against confirming Jay Clayton as President Trump’s Director of National Intelligence. This position must be guided by facts, not conspiracy theories or blind political loyalty.

Trump's intelligence nominee refuses to say who won 2020 election

Jay Clayton appeared before the Senate Intelligence Committee for his confirmation hearing to become director of national intelligence. The job is largely focused on foreign threats and national secur...

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Chaco Canyon is NOT for sale. You have until TOMORROW to submit a public comment and help protect this sacred site. Submit your public comment now: eplanning.blm.gov/Project-Home...

Only TWO days left to submit your public comment and tell the Trump administration to back off Chaco. Chaco is sacred, irreplaceable, and must be protected. We need everyone's voice in this fight. Submit your public comment right now and send to a friend:

Today, I stood with the All Pueblo Council of Governors and the New Mexico Congressional Delegation with one clear message for Donald Trump: Chaco Canyon is not for sale. Once Trump damages the land around Chaco, it cannot be undone.

Donald Trump promised to lower costs. Instead, he's launched a global trade war against our closest allies, disrupting local economies, and threatening American jobs. All while Donald Trump and his political allies keep getting richer.

Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods

President Donald Trump on Monday imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products.

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9 more days to make it clear to Donald Trump: keep your hands off Chaco and our public lands! Make your voice heard; link in the comments.

Our servicemembers deserve better than this. Pete Hegseth must stop hiding the true toll of Trump's illegal and unwanted war with Iran. The injuries and deaths suffered by our troops must be fully disclosed to the public. Shame on you, Secretary.

Pentagon Withheld Dozens of U.S. Military Injuries in Iran War

Central Command is not required to release information about injured troops, especially when they quickly return to duty, a military official said.

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I’m deeply saddened by the loss of another American servicemember in the Middle East. My prayers are with the heroes we’ve lost, their families, and all those mourning this devastating loss.

Iran War Updates: 3 U.S. troops killed, dozens wounded as repeat attacks on base in Jordan raise questions

At least 3 U.S. service members were killed over the weekend in Iraq and Jordan, where back-to-back Iranian attacks on a U.S. base seem to have evaded defenses.

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14 days to save Chaco Canyon from the Trump administration! Let’s make our voices heard.

I miss my friend, especially now. Whenever you would call John on the phone and reached his voicemail, he would end with, “Don’t take your eye off the prize.”  America: don’t for a second take your eyes off what Republicans are doing to undermine our elections. The time to use your voice is now.

If you didn’t catch Donald Trump’s incoherent ramblings tonight, here’s what you need to know: Donald Trump lost the 2020 election. Fair and square. He’s still selling the same lies that led to a violent insurrection five years ago.

I just voted against the motion to proceed with the Senate Republicans’ version of the NDAA. I will not condone Trump’s illegal war with Iran that has already claimed the lives of 15 servicemembers and costs the American taxpayer billions of dollars.

President Trump has weakened America’s food safety and disease monitoring systems by firing the inspectors and researchers who keep our communities safe.

New disease threats follow Trump administration's health program cuts

From screwworm to flesh-eating bacteria, mounting public health risks are emerging in the wake of deep cuts to federal health agencies and programs.

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Terrible news this morning. Senator Graham spent his life serving our country, first in the Air Force and later in Congress. He was committed to public service. My prayers are with Senator Graham’s family, friends, staff, and the people of South Carolina. May he rest in peace.

Sen. Lindsey Graham, a close Trump ally and foreign policy hawk, dies after a brief illness

Sen. Lindsey Graham, a close ally of President Donald Trump, has died after a brief illness, according to his office. The South Carolina Republican was 71.

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Millions of Americans are being priced out of their health care plans because of Trump and Republicans' Big Betrayal. (1/3)

Obamacare rolls shrank dramatically in many states over the past year, new federal data shows

New federal data reveals the first 50-state look at a steep drop in Affordable Care Act enrollment after enhanced subsidies expired in January.

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Happy Fourth of July, New Mexico! 🇺🇸 As we celebrate 250 years of independence, let's remember that America's story has always been one of choosing freedom over tyranny and democracy over kings. We've come too far to go back.

I took this photo a year ago when Senate Democrats were on the floor for nearly 24 hours straight, fighting back against President Trump’s Budget Betrayal. Congressional Republicans weren’t working for the American people that day – only billionaires and large corporations.

Come work on my team! My office is now accepting internship applications for the upcoming fall semester. For more information about the internship program, please visit: www.lujan.senate.gov/services/int...

I had the opportunity to sit down with Matthew Bernabe, a local business owner who truly embodies what it means to serve our communities.

President Trump and Congressional Republicans refused to extend ACA tax credits, and now 3 million Americans have been priced out of their health care. They don't care about making health care affordable. They care about protecting wealthy donors and corporate interests.

Millions drop ACA coverage amid price jump. Did fraud inflate signups?

More than 3 million people dropped their Affordable Care Act coverage amid higher monthly premiums and the expiration of enhanced subsidies.

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If you’re born on American soil, you’re an American citizen. Period.

President Trump’s thoughts on affordable housing: “It’s a yawn” … “So unimportant” … “I don’t want to drive housing prices down” …

‘It’s a yawn’: Trump just doesn’t care about bipartisan bill to address housing crisis

The president is guided by his obsessions. Helping Americans deal with an affordability crisis just doesn’t capture and keep his attention.

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President Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship was unlawful and unconstitutional. The Supreme Court rejected that effort today, but Congress cannot stand by as Trump continues testing the limits of his power and trying to rewrite the law in his favor.

Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship on constitutional grounds

The decision firmly rejected the executive order that Trump issued on the first day of his second term.

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Climate change has caused New Mexico's forests to become overcrowded with dead trees, brush, and other flammable debris that fuel catastrophic wildfires. Too often, the cost of hauling that material out is what stops the work from getting done.

NM U.S. Sen. Luján’s bill seeks to boost removal of wood piles from forests to reduce wildfire risk • Source New Mexico

Skyrocketing fuel costs are making transporting "woody biomass" from forests even more expensive, thereby increasing wildfire risk.

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New Mexico wouldn’t be New Mexico without our chile. That’s why I introduced the CHILE Act – to make sure our chile growers and specialty crop producers have the support they need to keep growing, creating jobs, and feeding our communities.

The DEA knowingly let as many as 1.8 million fentanyl pills poison New Mexico's streets. Fentanyl has stolen children from New Mexican families. I'm fighting for answers and accountability. This evil drug has no place in America.

Inflation is at its highest level under Trump. New Mexicans are struggling to put food on the table, keep a roof over their heads, and make ends meet. Trump has repeatedly said – and shown – that he does not care about the increased costs you are facing. The American people deserve better.

As U.S. consumers struggle, key inflation metric approaches 3-year high

Recent polls have shown broad opposition to the president’s handling of the cost of living. There’s no reason to assume that these numbers can’t get worse.

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