Democratic Representative Melanie Stansbury has successfully secured her reelection for a U.S. House seat representing New Mexico, achieving this milestone on Wednesday. Her victory was significantly bolstered by strong backing from labor unions, reinforcing the Democratic hold on the Albuquerque-based district, which has been under Democratic control since 2009.

A former state lawmaker, Stansbury has been a vocal proponent of reproductive rights and has championed various Democratic policies designed to tackle climate change. Additionally, she has prioritized the need for increased federal funding for infrastructure improvements, with a particular focus on addressing water supply challenges that are prevalent in the arid regions of the West.

In this election, Stansbury faced off against Republican candidate Steve Jones from Ruidoso. The announcement of her victory was made at 12:04 a.m. EST, marking a continued commitment to her legislative agenda and constituents. Stansbury’s reaffirmed role in Congress indicates ongoing support for progressive issues within her community and the broader demographic she represents.