Ben Ray Luján: “I appreciate the work of Mr. Walden in this area, and I look forward to working with him and yourself, Mr. Chairman, and…”

I’ve long fought for Indigenous Peoples’ Day to be recognized as a federal holiday and will continue pushing to honor the Native people who have played a vital role in our communities and in shaping our nation’s history.

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we recognize and honor the accomplishments, contributions, and strength of Tribal Nations across New Mexico and the country.

New Mexico businesses and families should not have to bear the cost of Trump’s policies that make it more expensive to keep the doors open and buy everyday goods.

Children have their whole futures ahead of them, and our country must do more to protect those working in the agriculture industry.