Republican Party of New Mexico

02/28/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/28/2026 14:53

Chairwoman Barela responds to KOAT reporting on Ben Ray Luján and Chuck Schumer’s press conference on Trumps economy

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February 26, 2026

Chairwoman Barela responds to KOAT reporting on Ben Ray Luján and Chuck Schumer's press conference on Trumps economy

Albuquerque, NM - "No one in America - and certainly no one in New Mexico - should take Ben Ray Luján or Chuck Schumer seriously when they talk about the economy. Under Donald Trump, gas prices dropped, unemployment improved, more Americans were working than ever before, and historic tax cuts delivered relief to working families. New Mexico's oil and gas industry benefited from reduced regulations that strengthened our state's economy.

Yet neither of them represent the priorities of hardworking New Mexicans or support the policies that brought these positive changes here. From backing ICE to help keep our communities safer to cutting burdensome regulations on oil and gas. Their agenda is simple: oppose President Trump, no matter the results for New Mexico."

- Chairwoman Amy Barela

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