New Mexico Democratic U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján is raising concerns about the impacts of President Donald Trump’s actions on federal funding and programs. The state received $12 billion in federal funding for Fiscal Year 2025, with the largest portion going to Medicaid. Luján is receiving hundreds of calls and emails daily from constituents worried about Trump’s efforts to freeze federal grant and program funding.
Luján and Sen. Martin Heinrich opposed Trump’s nominee to lead the U.S. Office of Management and Budget, citing concerns about threats to programs like Medicaid and Head Start. Luján also criticized Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency for compromising national security by entering USAID’s computer systems.
Legal challenges have been filed against Trump’s orders, including attacks on asylum claims and birthright citizenship. Luján stressed the importance of enforcing the law and preserving documents from agencies facing disruptions. He highlighted the need to continue bringing attention to these issues to ensure the American people know the truth about the administration’s actions.
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