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Melanie
Ann Stansbury

Incumbent Democratic U.S. Representative for New Mexico's 1st Congressional District, running for re-election in 2026

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endorsements
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Background

Melanie Ann Stansbury is a Democratic U.S. Representative serving New Mexico's 1st Congressional District since 2021. She previously served in the New Mexico House of Representatives (District 28, 2019–2021) before winning a 2021 special election to Congress. 125

Before her elected career, Stansbury worked as a science educator at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History, conducted research and policy advising on land and water issues, and held positions in the federal Office of Management and Budget and on the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. 27

She holds a B.A. in Human Ecology and Natural Science from Saint Mary's College of California and an M.S. in Development Sociology with a minor in American Indian Studies from Cornell University. She grew up in Albuquerque, including the North Valley and West Side, and continues to reside there. 76

Stansbury serves on the House Committees on Natural Resources and Oversight and Accountability. She is seeking re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election as the incumbent Democratic candidate for NM-01. 51117

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 1, New Mexico
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative, New Mexico's 1st Congressional District
Website
melaniefornewmexico.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Timeline

  1. Oct 11
    news
    ABQ Journal opinion writer notes absence of Stansbury TV ads in campaign coverage

    An Albuquerque Journal opinion writer observed they had not seen a Stansbury television advertisement, offering commentary on campaign visibility. The column also raised criticism about Stansbury's voting record on RECA, though this is commentary rather than a new campaign development.

    OPINION: TV ads a window into campaign war rooms · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 2
    news
    Albuquerque Journal profiles Stansbury; she frames race as about 'saving our democracy'

    In an Albuquerque Journal candidate profile, Stansbury described the election as being about 'saving our democracy' and restoring constitutional checks and balances. She cited funding for schools, hospitals, housing, behavioral-health centers, and water infrastructure, and highlighted work on universal childcare as an accomplishment.

    1st Congressional District: Melanie A. Stansbury (D) · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sep 24
    filing
    New Mexico Secretary of State certifies Stansbury as Democratic candidate for NM-01 general election

    New Mexico's Secretary of State listed 'MELANIE ANN STANSBURY' as the Democratic candidate for U.S. Representative, District 1, on the certified general-election list as of September 24, 2026. The general election is set for November 3.

    Melanie A. Stansbury (D) — U.S. Representative, NM-01 | 2026 profile · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Jul 1
    news
    July finance report shows Stansbury raised $1.35M vs. Okpareke's $100,340

    An Albuquerque Journal report summarizing the July campaign-finance filing showed Stansbury with $1.35 million raised compared to $100,340 for Republican challenger Okpareke. Contributions to Stansbury included ActBlue, 314 Action Impact Slate, and several tribal governments.

    1st Congressional District: Melanie A. Stansbury (D) · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Jun 30
    news
    Stansbury Q2 FEC report: $1.36M raised, $1.16M spent, $417K cash on hand

    FEC data for the quarter ending June 30 showed Stansbury's campaign had raised $1,364,750, spent $1,155,683, and held $416,711 in cash on hand, per Political Media Monitor citing FEC filings.

    Melanie A. Stansbury (D) — U.S. Representative, NM-01 | 2026 profile · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Jun 2
    filing
    Primary nominees selected: Stansbury wins Democratic nomination for NM-01

    New Mexico's June 2 primary produced the general-election matchup of Democratic incumbent Melanie Ann Stansbury versus Republican Ndidiamaka 'Didi' Okpareke in the 1st Congressional District.

    87112 Sample Ballot: Bernalillo County, NM 2026 | The Ballot ... · Sep 20, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • League of Conservation Voters Action Fund organization
    Listed as endorsed for the 2026 general election; no specific announcement date given. lcv.org
  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund organization
    Listed on the 2026 congressional endorsements page for NM-01; no specific announcement date given. plannedparenthoodaction.org
  • 314 Action Fund organization
    Stansbury's own quotation on the organization's site refers to its 'early support' for her 'in this race'; no specific date or election cycle stated. 314action.org
  • American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) union
    AFGE endorsed Stansbury for reelection along with three other New Mexico members of Congress. afge.org · May 27, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$1.35M
Spent
$1.08M
Cash on hand
$417K

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H2NM01144(opens in a new tab)

Sources 16

  1. [1] OPINION: TV ads a window into campaign war rooms(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  2. [2] 2026 Planned Parenthood Action Fund Endorsed Candidates(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Melanie Ann Stansbury: 2026 New Mexico U.S. House Candidate Profile(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  4. [4] 1st Congressional District: Melanie A. Stansbury (D)(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  5. [5] Issues - Melanie Stansbury for New Mexico(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  6. [6] Melanie A. Stansbury (D) — U.S. Representative, NM-01 | 2026 profile(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  7. [7] 87112 Sample Ballot: Bernalillo County, NM 2026 | The Ballot ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 20, 2026
  8. [8] Press Releases | Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Sep 8, 2026
  9. [9] Melanie Ann Stansbury (D) – NM-01 House 2026 | Smarter.Vote(opens in a new tab) Aug 29, 2026
  10. [10] 2025-2026 Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Aug 28, 2026
  11. [11] 314 Action Fund's Impact - 3.14 Action(opens in a new tab) Jul 2, 2026
  12. [12] Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses 4 New Mexico Incumbents for Reelection to Congress(opens in a new tab) May 27, 2026
  13. [13] Voting History - Melanie Stansbury - Peacher(opens in a new tab) Feb 9, 2026
  14. [14] Rep. Stansbury's Statement on the Certification of the 2024 Election ...(opens in a new tab) Jan 7, 2025
  15. [15] Congresswoman Stansbury Votes to Empower Communities to Prevent ...stansbury.house.gov › media › press-releases › congresswoman-stansbury-...(opens in a new tab) Sep 8, 2022
  16. [16] Congresswoman Stansbury on Supreme Court Gutting Climate Regulations(opens in a new tab) Jun 30, 2022
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