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Melanie Stansbury

MS
Melanie Stansbury
Candidate for U.S. House
DEM
Biography
Melanie Stansbury is the U.S. Representative for New Mexico's First Congressional District. She focuses on securing federal funding for community projects, expanding healthcare access, and supporting tribal sovereignty. She also serves as the Democratic Vice Chair of the Congressional Native American Caucus.
Top Priorities
  • Securing community project funding for New Mexico, including for public safety, housing, healthcare, education, and water infrastructure.
  • Expanding access to healthcare, including behavioral health services, and protecting federal programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security.
  • Supporting tribal sovereignty and addressing issues in Indigenous communities.
Campaign Finance
Total Raised
$4,907,682
Top Donor Industries
Retired
Labor
Healthcare
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