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Senator Ben Ray Luján

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Senator Ben Ray Luján

@SenatorLujan

U.S. Senator for New Mexico. Born & raised in Nambé. Proud son of a union family. Farmer, mountain biker, delivering for the place we call home.

Joined January 2009

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Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Apr 10
This is what the Trump administration is trying to turn the Chama and Carson National Forest into: uranium-mining pits. Who stands with me in saying “hell no” to letting the Trump administration sell off our public lands to the highest bidder?
Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
16h
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 likely died after aorta tear, medical examiner says
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Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Jul 10
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was a husband, a father, and he should be alive today. His family deserves the truth. A full investigation must determine what happened and hold those responsible for his death accountable.
Reuters
@Reuters
Jul 8
The family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican national fatally shot by an ICE agent in Houston, is demanding a full investigation, with his son Ronaldo saying 'he did not deserve to die' after ICE claimed the shooting was self-defense reut.rs/4pdw6Zo
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Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Jul 8
My office is always there to step in when federal agencies are not working the way they should. I was so proud that we were able to find a solution for David and help keep his business doors open, serving the community. If you’re having a problem and need to talk to someone,
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Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Jul 8
That’s one thing we’re not buying…that prices are going down under a president who calls affordability a 'hoax'.
Aaron Rupar
@atrupar
Jul 8
Trump: "They made up a phony word -- 'affordability.'"
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Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Jul 7
Instead of helping American ranchers, this administration is giving a handout to foreign beef suppliers. These actions are doing nothing to lower soaring meat prices or protect American ranchers.
Agri-Pulse Communications
@agripulse
Jul 6
Cattle group criticizes proposal to exempt Brazilian beef from tariffs agri-pulse.com/articles/24937… #beef #Brazil #cattleherd #tariffs @uscattlemen
Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Jul 7
Millions of Americans are being priced out of their health care plans because of Trump and Republicans' Big Betrayal. 16 years ago, Congress passed one of the biggest improvements to our health care system by creating a marketplace that wouldn’t turn away Americans with
Obamacare rolls shrank dramatically in many states over the past year, new federal data shows
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Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Jul 4
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.
Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Jul 4
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.
Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Jul 3
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: lujan.senate.gov/services/inter…
Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Jul 2
I had the opportunity to sit down with Matthew Bernabe, a local business owner who truly embodies what it means to serve our communities. Time and time again, Matt has stepped up to make sure New Mexican kids and families have food when they need it most. New Mexico is stronger
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Senator Ben Ray Luján
@SenatorLujan
Jul 1
If you’re born on American soil, you’re an American citizen. Period.
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NWS Albuquerque
@NWSAlbuquerque
Jul 2
One more day of critical fire weather conditions and then a pattern change this weekend as Monsoon moisture moves into #NM. Chances for showers & storms will increase later this weekend, with daily rounds continuing through next week! #nmwx
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Senate Democrats
@SenateDems
Jul 2
Today’s jobs report shows the economy is slowing. Trump boasting about his wealth just shows how out of touch he is.
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