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Dem rep blames 'horrific' traffic for missing Hegseth impeachment vote: 'I am so sorry'
Rep. Melanie Stansbury apologized in a video for missing the Pete Hegseth impeachment vote, blaming rush-hour traffic and a police motorcade near the Capitol. Read More
Democratic House lawmaker gets emotional as she blames rush hour traffic for missing Hegseth impeachment vote
In a 211-204 vote, House Republicans successfully blocked Rep. Thomas Massie’s (R-Ky.) impeachment effort on Tuesday, and Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) was one of 11 Democrats who missed the vote… Read More
Dem Roasted After ‘Sorry’ Post for Botching Hegseth Vote
Angry social media users have questioned the Democrat’s excuse. Read More
Dismay after reason lawmakers missed Hegseth impeachment vote revealed: 'If you say so'
Some of the 11 Democrats who missed Tuesday’s vote to advance the impeachment of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth were reportedly attending an event hosted by a “front group” for the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, commonly known as AIPAC.The vote, which would have prevented Republicans from Read More
Full List of Democrats Who Missed Hegseth Impeachment Vote
A motion to refer Republican Representative Thomas Massie’s eight articles of impeachment against Pete Hegseth failed by a 211-204 vote Tuesday, meaning the effort will not advance to the Senate for consideration. Read More
House Democrat says traffic incident prevented her and others from voting on Hegseth impeachment
Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) said Tuesday that she and other lawmakers were unable to reach the Capitol in time to vote against a Republican effort to block the impeachment of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth because of a traffic incident and a police escort. “Like other Members of Congress, Rep. S Read More
Democrat Melanie Stansbury wins reelection to U.S. House in New Mexico's 1st Congressional District
Democrat Melanie Stansbury wins reelection to U.S. House in New Mexico's 1st Congressional District Read More
New Mexico live results: 2026 House elections
All three members of New Mexico’s House delegation are seeking reelection. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D) faces the toughest bid in the 2nd District, where he faces Republican Greg Cunningham, a former police officer. Vasquez flipped the purple district in 2020, defeating former Rep. Yvette Herrell (R). Demo Read More
Republican hopeful faces three-time incumbent Democrat in NM's bluest congressional district
1st Congressional District race comes down to Rep. Melanie Stansbury and newcomer Ndidiamaka Okpareke Read More
After Midterms We're Coming for Lawbreaking Cabinet Secretaries
Monday on MS NOW's "On the Line," Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) said if Democrats win the majority in the midterm elections, they will investigate and | Clips Read More
Stansbury questions Project Jupiter water use in Santa Teresa
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury is seeking answers on Project Jupiter's long-term water demand as New Mexico reviews protests over a well serving the Santa Teresa data center construction site. Read More
Stansbury secures $7.6 million for Albuquerque affordable housing programs
Rep. Melanie Stansbury announced $7.6 million in federal funding for Albuquerque affordable housing programs, including a homeless youth center, senior shelter and family homelessness services. Read More
Congresswoman Stansbury visits Roadrunner Food Bank amid SNAP cuts affecting 21,000 New Mexicans
Rep. Melanie Stansbury met with Roadrunner Food Bank officials to address federal SNAP benefit cuts that have left over 21,000 New Mexicans without food assistance, including 10,000 children. Read More
In address to business community, Stansbury says ‘we need a plan’ for workforce development
Rep. Melanie Stansbury said New Mexico needs to invest in workforce development and infrastructure, calling for coordinated plans to grow the state’s tech, energy and rural economies. Read More
Proposed transfer of Sandia Mountain Wilderness land raises public access concerns
Nearly 10,000 acres of the Sandia Mountain Wilderness could be transferred into trust for Pueblo of Sandia, sparking concerns about public access to beloved trails and recreation areas. New Mexicans are urged to contact Rep. Melanie Stansbury before legislation is introduced. Read More
Stansbury bill aims to boost teacher salaries at New Mexico tribal schools
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury is co-sponsoring the Indigenous Students Excel through Parity Act, which would study funding for tribally controlled schools and establish teacher compensation standards to help New Mexico's 45 BIE-funded schools recruit and retain educators. Read More
Trump 'not fit to serve', says U.S. Democratic representative
STORY: :: Albuquerque, New Mexico / April 7, 2026 :: A U.S. representative says Trump is 'not fit to serve' and calls for his removal from office :: Rep. Melanie Stansbury... -April 07, 2026 at 10:30 pm EDT - MarketScreener Read More
Internet Obsessed With How Rep. Melanie Stansbury Celebrates Noem Firing
A video posted by Rep. Melanie Stansbury celebrating Kristi Noem’s removal as DHS secretary spread online amid broader reactions. Read More
Rep. Melanie Stansbury Accuses White House of Covering Up Epstein Files
Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury says it's clear the White House is trying to cover up Donald Trump's involvement with Jeffrey Epstein ... pointing to a specific eyebrow-raising email as evidence. Read More
CNN's Jake Tapper clashes with Rep. Stansbury over government shutdown
CNN host Jake Tapper and Rep. Melanie Stansbury clashed over the government shutdown and food assistance funding during a back-and-forth on Tuesday. Read More