Martin Heinrich: “I don't think any of us voted for funding in the infrastructure bill to be used to reduce the workforce.”

This economy has been pretty tough. A lot of folks are having a hard time, and they're having to make some really difficult decisions here in Taos and around the country.

These equity acquisitions also create potential conflicts of interest for federal agencies because a significant portion of the planned mining operations are located on federal lands.

But it was also an export project, and the reality is exports raise costs. They just do.

Throughout my career, I've always advocated for funding to address housing and homelessness. It's because I truly believe that as a society, that we should be judged by how we treat those who are most in need, and I believe that every…