Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) has recently voiced strong opposition to the Trump administration’s proposed Medicaid cuts and the widespread firings within federal health agencies.
In a recent statement, Rep. Stansbury highlighted the detrimental impact these Medicaid cuts could have on millions of Americans, emphasizing the real-life consequences for families who rely on this essential program.
“We cannot stand by while millions lose access to critical care,” Stansbury said. “This is not just about policy—it’s about the lives of our neighbors, our children, our elderly. Gutting Medicaid is a direct attack on the health and dignity of working families.”
Furthermore, Rep. Stansbury criticized the mass layoffs at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), which have significantly affected agencies like the FDA, CDC, and CMS. These firings, reportedly orchestrated by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), have raised concerns about the potential weakening of the nation’s public health infrastructure.
The congresswoman’s remarks underscore the urgency of maintaining robust public health agencies and the importance of protecting programs like Medicaid that serve vulnerable populations.
The implications of mass firings from agencies like the FDA are particularly concerning at a time when public health demands strong oversight, regulation, and rapid response. Weakening the FDA and similar institutions could compromise food safety, drug approvals, and health security—placing millions at risk.
Born in Farmington, New Mexico, and raised in Albuquerque, Stansbury’s roots are deeply embedded in the state she represents. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Human Ecology and Natural Science from Saint Mary’s College of California and a Master of Science in Development Sociology from Cornell University. Her early career included roles as a science educator and researcher, focusing on New Mexico’s water needs and the resilience of its rivers. She also served as a policy advisor in the White House Office of Management and Budget and as a staffer on the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Stansbury was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2021. Since then, she has become a powerful voice on issues of public health, climate, and equity. Her recent comments reinforce her growing reputation as a congresswoman to watch—one who blends scientific knowledge, policy expertise, and a deep commitment to her constituents.
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