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.https://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.govhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mltpdxbgi22yDonald Trump is trying to sell off the Chama and Carson National Forests to the highest bidder for uranium mining. New Mexicans have had ENOUGH of the federal government turning our public lands into toxic, hazardous sites that threaten families, livestock, and clean water.14 May 2026 20:56 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mltpdxbgi22yhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mltlbj7rxk2dIt wasn’t so long ago that a nationwide outage at a major network provider threw millions of Americans into chaos and uncertainty. That should never happen, and when it does, customers deserve compensation. (1/2)14 May 2026 19:43 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mltlbj7rxk2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mlr2ruljh22lDonald Trump suing the IRS for $10 billion is just the latest example of him using the presidency to enrich himself and his family. This is a man who went years without paying federal income taxes, yet now wants billions more while hardworking Americans struggle to make ends meet.13 May 2026 19:42 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlr2ruljh22lhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mlqtr2ktpk2lEnough of the chaos. Enough of the lies. Enough of dragging America toward an illegal war that the American people never asked for. I’ve been against Trump’s war in Iran since day one. Just now, I voted AGAIN to put an end to it. Republicans just blocked it for the SEVENTH time.13 May 2026 17:37 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqtr2ktpk2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mloglwlrvk2jBlack voters across the South are being silenced. It’s just been two weeks since SCOTUS gutted the Voting Rights Act, and we’re already seeing the damage unfold in Alabama, Louisiana, and Tennessee. https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/supreme-court/grants-alabama-request-speed-adoption-new-congressional-map-midterms-rcna34452612 May 2026 18:36 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mloglwlrvk2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3ml52idsqwk22ICYMI: I wrote to @WaPo on permitting reform. It shouldn’t come at the expense of our water and our communities. The Trump administration showed exactly what this looks like – rolling back protections, ignoring local voices, and putting clean water at risk. https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/05/03/sen-ben-ray-lujn-reforming-154-year-old-mining-law-is-long-overdue/?utm_campaign=wp_opinions&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social05 May 2026 20:44 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml52idsqwk22https://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3ml4qd3vitc2hJUST IN: Congressional Republicans are pushing nearly $70 billion more for ICE and Border Patrol. These agencies are sitting on over $100 billion in unspent funds. But instead of lowering costs for New Mexico families, Republicans are doubling down on Trump’s agenda and funding his ballroom. https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/republicans-want-1-billion-taxpayer-money-trump-ballroom05 May 2026 17:42 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml4qd3vitc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3ml2qelfbf22sThis is what we knew would always happen – millions of Americans being forced off their health care plans because Republicans took away tax credits to give billionaires tax breaks. Senate Republicans don’t care. This is what they voted for. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/01/business/obamacare-enrollment-decline.html04 May 2026 22:37 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml2qelfbf22shttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mknraevcrs2vThe Trump administration has failed to release the complete Epstein files as required by law. Instead, they ignored the law and released a partial, heavily redacted version. This audit is critical to justice for victims and answers for the American people. https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_news/federal-watchdog-to-investigate-epstein-redactions-after-urging-of-sen-luj-n-others/article_4afd6280-01f2-4f56-b571-16f89633ea60.html29 Apr 2026 18:48 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mknraevcrs2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mknnwp5ofc2vToday’s SCOTUS decision is an attack on equal representation, with devastating and far-reaching consequences that extend well beyond congressional maps. The Voting Rights Act is a fundamental promise of fair representation. https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/04/29/supreme-court-voting-rights-act-louisiana-voting-maps/29 Apr 2026 17:49 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mknnwp5ofc2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mkle25fc5s2mAmericans are being blindsided by hidden fees on delivery apps. For those who rely on delivery as their only option, these unexpected charges can blow their budgets. ⬇️28 Apr 2026 19:47 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkle25fc5s2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mklay4qgjc2vThe American people deserve accountability, transparency, and a process they can trust. But under this Department of Justice, the Trump administration has failed to release the Epstein files as required by law. This audit is a necessary step toward transparency and justice. https://apnews.com/article/epstein-files-justice-department-release-watchdog-bd1f97448163f69311917e768a5d2a9f28 Apr 2026 18:52 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mklay4qgjc2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mk6q4ndu3c2zGas prices in New Mexico are up 35% since the start of Trump’s illegal war with Iran. That’s nearly $4 a gallon. Hardworking families did not ask for this war, and they certainly did not vote for fuel prices to skyrocket. https://www.americanprogress.org/article/state-by-state-increases-in-gas-prices-since-trumps-war-on-iran/23 Apr 2026 19:18 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk6q4ndu3c2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mk5jn7jfoc2mLife is becoming more difficult and more expensive for families in New Mexico and across the country. Americans aren’t asking for a blank check to fund President Trump and Stephen Miller’s out-of-control ICE and CBP. They’re asking for lower prices. This is a total betrayal. https://www.politico.com/news/2026/04/23/senate-budget-vote-ice-0088836323 Apr 2026 07:50 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk5jn7jfoc2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mk4yxxlezc2lNot only are Republicans trying to pass a budget resolution that does nothing to make things more affordable for Americans, they’ve also blocked my amendment to feed children, seniors, and veterans.23 Apr 2026 02:52 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk4yxxlezc2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mk4nxsep3s2c@democrats.senate.gov just forced ANOTHER vote to end President Trump's illegal war that the American people never asked for. Republicans fell in line with President Trump AGAIN. It's long past time for Republicans to join us, stand up to Donald Trump, and end this reckless war.22 Apr 2026 23:35 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk4nxsep3s2chttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mk4ihuvg5226Happy Earth Day, New Mexico!22 Apr 2026 21:56 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk4ihuvg5226https://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mk4dim5sks26Republicans gutted Medicaid, now RFK is lying to your face about it.22 Apr 2026 20:27 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk4dim5sks26https://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mk46bzf5lc26Communities of the Chama Valley have cared for this land and water for generations. President Trump thinks he can come in and sell off our public lands to the highest bidder for uranium mining, but he’s wrong. There is only one Chama – it is our sacred responsibility to protect it.22 Apr 2026 18:54 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk46bzf5lc26https://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mjz5zrofnc2jI’m standing with countless advocates and Northern New Mexicans to protect the Chama from the Trump administration.21 Apr 2026 14:11 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjz5zrofnc2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mjwz4sx7u222Trump's illegal war is emptying the bank accounts of Americans and is now impacting their ability to travel. Whether it’s for vacation or in times of an emergency, Americans should always have the ability to get where they need to go at affordable prices. Americans did not vote for this disaster. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/airlines-route-cuts-iran-war-jet-fuel/20 Apr 2026 17:38 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjwz4sx7u222https://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mjwyyh6tnc22I am heartbroken for my friend and colleague, Senator Warner, and the loss of his daughter, Madison. I am praying for him, Lisa, and their entire family as they face this profound loss.20 Apr 2026 17:36 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjwyyh6tnc22https://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mjs4iy7mpc2iKash Patel was never fit to lead the men and women of the FBI. He’s abused his power for personal gain while using the agency to do Donald Trump’s bidding. He should step down immediately. [contains quote post or other embedded content]18 Apr 2026 18:56 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjs4iy7mpc2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mjl72kkvbc22I voted with Senator Sanders to block hundreds of millions in additional weapons to the Netanyahu government. It will only enable destruction, undermine a two-state solution, and escalate the illegal war with Iran. (1/2)16 Apr 2026 00:53 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjl72kkvbc22https://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mjkmmsiwzs2a@democrats.senate.gov forced accountability and demanded action from Republicans to tell Trump: enough is enough. The American people do not support this war, and they’re paying the price for it every day.15 Apr 2026 19:23 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjkmmsiwzs2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mji2qs2zks2tTrump’s Bureau of Land Management is once again trying to fast-track decisions that impact Chaco Canyon, a 1,000+ year-old sacred cultural and historical site, with an outrageously short public comment period. They think we aren’t paying attention.14 Apr 2026 18:57 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mji2qs2zks2thttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mjhx7tdq4k2tIt was great to have AG Raúl Torrez in the office today. We spoke about the issues that are top of mind for NMs – out-of-state legal firms who prey on NMs for financial gain, kids’ online safety, and justice for wildfire victims. We will never stop fighting to make things better for our state.14 Apr 2026 17:54 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjhx7tdq4k2thttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3micfjvjer22xTrump is spending ONE BILLION dollars a day on a war that’s driving up the cost of gas, food, and electricity. He lied about bringing down prices on day one.30 Mar 2026 19:29 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3micfjvjer22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/lujan.senate.gov/post/3mibwwiy2pk25New Mexico Wild was in my office last week to talk about protecting the Gila River – one of our state’s most treasured landscapes. I’m fighting to protect our lands, safeguard our rivers, and make sure New Mexico’s natural heritage is preserved for generations to come.30 Mar 2026 15:08 +0000at://did:plc:egu4ffq43hudoiwpfttx2eif/app.bsky.feed.post/3mibwwiy2pk25