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Rallying Cry: Public Lands Advocates Mobilize Against GOP Proposal To Sell 14 Million Acres In New Mexico

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This map, released by the Wilderness Society, shows eligible lands scattered across New Mexico at risk in a new bill proposing to reverse long-standing public land protections. Courtesy/The Wilderness Society

By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailypost.com 

A sweeping new proposal backed by U.S. Senate Republicans has sparked widespread concern across New Mexico, as it would make up to 14 million acres of the state’s federally managed public lands eligible for sale. Conservation groups, tribal leaders, and outdoor recreation advocates are sounding alarms over the Read More

U.S. Rep. Stansbury Joins Bipartisan Resolution To Reaffirm: ‘Only Congress Has Authority To Declare War’

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From the Office of U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury:

ALBUQUERQUE — U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) issued the following statement on the United States going to war:

“The U.S. Constitution is clear: the authority to declare war sits solely with Congress. President Trump may not declare war or engage in offensive military action without the explicit consent of both the United States House of Representatives and Senate.

Just in case they forgot — a bipartisan group of lawmakers, including myself, has joined a resolution to reaffirm our Congressional authority. Now is the time for diplomacy.” Read More

Students Reported Safe After Unauthorized Man Enters Stage Area Of National Speech And Debate Tournament

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By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Students from Los Alamos and around the world are reported to be safe after an unauthorized man entered the stage area during event activities on Thursday, at the National Speech and Debate Tournament in Des Moines, Iowa.

Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Jennifer Guy addressed the incident, saying, “All of our students are safe. I am grateful for the coach, Mr. Poston, and the wonderful chaperones who were with our students. They were able to account for them quickly, make sure parents were notified, and provide support Read More

FBI: Texas Man Charged Federally For Receipt And Transport Of Explosives Intended For Use Against Law Enforcement

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FBI News:

A Texas man is facing federal charges after allegedly purchasing powerful explosives in New Mexico and expressing plans to use them to harm law enforcement officers and government officials during riots in California.

According to court documents, on June 12, 2025, Grzegorz Vandenberg, 48, visited a travel center in Lordsburg, New Mexico, to purchase fireworks. During the transaction, Vandenberg requested assistance in selecting fireworks that could be thrown directly at people to cause harm. He told store employees that he was prior special forces military and claimed he could Read More

Heinrich On Energy Department Budget Request, Stresses Need For Affordable, Domestic Sources

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Video: Ranking Member Martin Heinrich of New Mexico delivers opening remarks on DOE’s Fiscal 2026 budget request, June 18, before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Courtesy/Heinrich Office

From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:

  • Heinrich to Wright: “We cannot expect to maintain U.S. leadership in emerging technologies if we shortchange the offices, programs, and most importantly, people, needed to do so.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In his opening statement, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member on the U.S. Energy and Natural Resources Committee, grilled Read More

Stansbury Opposes Trump Cuts To Vital Veteran Programs

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U.S. CONGRESS News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) joined New Mexico state lawmakers and community leaders for a veteran’s town hall to answer questions directly from veterans on issues that impact them in light of the Trump administration’s cuts to the VA, and attacks on our service members by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. 

The Congresswoman joined New Mexico State Rep. Debbie Sariñana (D-Albuquerque), New Mexico State Sen. Harold Pope Jr. (D-Albuquerque), and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Frank Smith.

Rep. Sariñana and Sen. Pope both served in the U.S. Air Read More

RGA Statement: A Contrast Of Records In Virginia

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RGA News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Republican Governors Association (RGA) released the following statement on the Virginia gubernatorial election: 

“The general election is officially on, and the contrast could not be more clear between Lt. Governor Winsome Earle-Sears’ record of commonsense leadership alongside Governor Youngkin versus Abigail Spanberger’s failed record in Washington. While Winsome Earle-Sears is ready to axe the Car Tax and the Tax on Tips, Spanberger will continue to protect illegal criminals over Virginia families and oppose commonsense tax cuts – just like she Read More

Benjamin Victor Unveils Sculptures At 2025 D-Day Celebration In Normandy

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Benjamin Victor unveiled his sculptures at this year’s D-Day celebration in Normandy in northern France. His work celebrates the contribution of the 8th Air Force clearing from the skies the Luftwaffe (aerial warfare branch of Nazi Germany’s armed forces during World War II), making the Normandy invasion possible. To learn more about this world-class sculptor, visit benjaminvictor.com. Photo by Mike Johnson Read More

Luján, Dingell Announce Legislation To Strengthen Home And Community-Based Services

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U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) announced the introduction of the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Relief Act, legislation to provide dedicated Medicaid funds for home and community-based services (HCBS) for older adults, children, and youth and adults with disabilities for two years. The HCBS Relief Act would decrease the need to move people into congregate settings and allow them to receive the services and support they need from their own homes. The bill is also designed to support service provider agencies Read More

Main Street America Designates Los Alamos MainStreet & Creative District A 2025 Accredited Program

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The New Mexico MainStreet team, MainStreet Futures Committee, Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation Board members and County Councilors gather for the state Los Alamos MainStreet Accreditation visit Dec. 11 in the conference room of 130 Central Park Square. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos MainStreet & Creative District News:

Los Alamos MainStreet & Creative District has been designated as a 2025 Accredited Main Street America program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list Read More