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Ben Ray Luján is an American politician who has served as the junior United States senator from New Mexico since 2021. Previously, he served in the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New Mexico's 3rd congressional district from 2009 to 2021; he served as assistant speaker from 2019 to 2021. Luján is a self-described progressive Democrat.
BiographyBen Ray Luján is an American politician who has served as the junior United States senator from New Mexico since 2021.Read more →
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Top Funders — 2026 Cycle
| Committee | Type | Receipts | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOTAL — JULY QUARTERLY | TOTAL | $5.6M | 2026-06-30 |
| Individual contributions | IND | $2.9M | 2026-06-30 |
| PAC contributions | PAC | $1.7M | 2026-06-30 |
| Other receipts | OTHER | $1K | 2026-06-30 |
Source: openFEC
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In the News (40)
Protect College Sports Act passed the Senate. Here's how it voted.
The Senate passed it 77-22 with Republicans nearly united. In the House, the GOP has 218 seats, and at least five of its members are critics.
Protect College Sports Act passed the Senate. Here's how it voted.
The Senate passed it 77-22 with Republicans nearly united. In the House, the GOP has 218 seats, and at least five of its members are critics.
Ben Ray Luján urges Senate leadership to form AI select committee
A dedicated AI committee could streamline U.S. policy, mitigating fragmented state regulations and aligning with global governance trends. The post Ben Ray Luján urges Senate leadership to form AI select committee appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Ben Ray Luján urges Senate leadership to form AI select committee
A dedicated AI committee could streamline U.S. policy, mitigating fragmented state regulations and aligning with global governance trends. The post Ben Ray Luján urges Senate leadership to form AI select committee appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Ben Ray Luján urges Senate leadership to form AI select committee
A dedicated AI committee could streamline U.S. policy, mitigating fragmented state regulations and aligning with global governance trends. The post Ben Ray Luján urges Senate leadership to form AI select committee appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Shaheen, Van Hollen, Kaine, Sanders Lead 20+ Senators in Introducing Privileged Resolution Seeking Answers on West Bank Violence
This week, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Bernie Sanders (I-VT) led a group of their Senate colleagues in introducing a 502B privileged resolution re…
Shaheen, Van Hollen, Kaine, Sanders Lead 20+ Senators in Introducing Privileged Resolution Seeking Answers on West Bank Violence
This week, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Bernie Sanders (I-VT) led a group of their Senate colleagues in introducing a 502B privileged resolution re…
Shaheen, Van Hollen, Kaine, Sanders Lead 20+ Senators in Introducing Privileged Resolution Seeking Answers on West Bank Violence
This week, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Bernie Sanders (I-VT) led a group of their Senate colleagues in introducing a 502B privileged resolution re…
New Mexico Senator Trounces Trump With Spanish Insult After 'New America' Idea
Oye, President Donald Trump. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) has a word for you now that you're proposing to rename New Mexico as New America. "It's New Mexico, always has been and always will be," Luján wrote in a recent X post. "Just like how you'll always be a…
New Mexico Senator Trounces Trump With Spanish Insult After 'New America' Idea
Oye, President Donald Trump. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) has a word for you now that you're proposing to rename New Mexico as New America. "It's New Mexico, always has been and always will be," Luján wrote in a recent X post. "Just like how you'll always be a…
New Mexico Senator Trounces Trump With Spanish Insult After 'New America' Idea
Top leaders from the state slammed the president for his latest renaming proposal.
New Mexico Senator Trounces Trump With Spanish Insult After 'New America' Idea
Top leaders from the state slammed the president for his latest renaming proposal.
Katie Britt urges Congress to codify Trump’s data center pledge into law
Codifying the pledge into law could shift financial burdens from consumers to tech giants, ensuring sustainable infrastructure growth amid AI expansion. The post Katie Britt urges Congress to codify Trump’s data center pledge into law appeared first on Crypto…
Katie Britt urges Congress to codify Trump’s data center pledge into law
Codifying the pledge into law could shift financial burdens from consumers to tech giants, ensuring sustainable infrastructure growth amid AI expansion. The post Katie Britt urges Congress to codify Trump’s data center pledge into law appeared first on Crypto…
Katie Britt urges Congress to codify Trump’s data center pledge into law
Codifying the pledge into law could shift financial burdens from consumers to tech giants, ensuring sustainable infrastructure growth amid AI expansion. The post Katie Britt urges Congress to codify Trump’s data center pledge into law appeared first on Crypto…
Reporter's Notebook: Daylight saving time fight puts Senate up against a ticking clock
Trump urged Republican senators to release holds on the Sunshine Protection Act, but lawmakers from northern states raise concerns about dark mornings.
Reporter's Notebook: Daylight saving time fight puts Senate up against a ticking clock
Trump urged Republican senators to release holds on the Sunshine Protection Act, but lawmakers from northern states raise concerns about dark mornings.
The Tragic Death of Chuck Grassley’s Vacuum Cleaner Is a Moment to Set Aside Partisan Rancor
Let us all grieve as a nation.
The Tragic Death of Chuck Grassley’s Vacuum Cleaner Is a Moment to Set Aside Partisan Rancor
Let us all grieve as a nation.
The Tragic Death of Chuck Grassley’s Vacuum Cleaner Is a Moment to Set Aside Partisan Rancor
Let us all grieve as a nation.
Ranking Member Shaheen, Senator Tillis Lead Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Ukrainian Independence
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Thom Tillis (R-NC), co-chairs of the Senate NATO Observer Group, led a bipartisan resolution celebrating the 35th anniversary of the independence of Ukra…
Ranking Member Shaheen, Senator Tillis Lead Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Ukrainian Independence
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Thom Tillis (R-NC), co-chairs of the Senate NATO Observer Group, led a bipartisan resolution celebrating the 35th anniversary of the independence of Ukra…
Ranking Member Shaheen, Senator Tillis Lead Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Ukrainian Independence
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Thom Tillis (R-NC), co-chairs of the Senate NATO Observer Group, led a bipartisan resolution celebrating the 35th anniversary of the independence of Ukra…
Ranking Member Shaheen, Senator Tillis Lead Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Ukrainian Independence
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Thom Tillis (R-NC), co-chairs of the Senate NATO Observer Group, led a bipartisan resolution celebrating the 35th anniversary of the independence of Ukra…
Trump again shrinks Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments
Two executive orders signed Monday afternoon slashed the size of the Utah national monuments revered by tribes and public lands advocates. Grazing, mining, and drilling interests wanted them opened to extraction.
Trump again shrinks Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments
Two executive orders signed Monday afternoon slashed the size of the Utah national monuments revered by tribes and public lands advocates. Grazing, mining, and drilling interests wanted them opened to extraction.
Trump again shrinks Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments
Two executive orders signed Monday afternoon slashed the size of the Utah national monuments revered by tribes and public lands advocates. Grazing, mining, and drilling interests wanted them opened to extraction.
What The US Senate Showed America About COVID-19 Vaccine Toxicity
One of the things which has always fascinated me about the world is how certain invisible laws govern the “spontaneous” events that occur around us (e.g., radioactive decay). For example, to quote one friend after I remarked how surreal it’s been to see many …
What The US Senate Showed America About COVID-19 Vaccine Toxicity
One of the things which has always fascinated me about the world is how certain invisible laws govern the “spontaneous” events that occur around us (e.g., radioactive decay). For example, to quote one friend after I remarked how surreal it’s been to see many …
What The US Senate Showed America About COVID-19 Vaccine Toxicity
One of the things which has always fascinated me about the world is how certain invisible laws govern the “spontaneous” events that occur around us (e.g., radioactive decay). For example, to quote one friend after I remarked how surreal it’s been to see many …
Democratic Absences Mean Trump Lawyer Is Now a Judge for Life
One of President Trump’s personal lawyers now has a federal judgeship for life, and it’s thanks to multiple Senate Democrats being absent.Justin Smith, 41, was confirmed by the Senate Tuesday in a 48–43 vote, with every Democrat voting against his nomination,…
Democratic Absences Mean Trump Lawyer Is Now a Judge for Life
One of President Trump’s personal lawyers now has a federal judgeship for life, and it’s thanks to multiple Senate Democrats being absent.Justin Smith, 41, was confirmed by the Senate Tuesday in a 48–43 vote, with every Democrat voting against his nomination,…
Republicans Confirm Another One Of Trump’s Personal Attorneys To A Federal Court Seat
Justin Smith, who has been representing the president in his E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case, also refused to say Joe Biden won the 2020 election.
Republicans Confirm Another One Of Trump’s Personal Attorneys To A Federal Court Seat
Justin Smith, who has been representing the president in his E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case, also refused to say Joe Biden won the 2020 election.
Warner Joins 37 Senate Democrats in Pressing Trump on Legal Basis for Justifying Claim That Hostilities in Iran Have Terminated
Today, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) joined 37 Senate Democrats in refuting the Trump administration's claim in a May 1 letter to Congress that the hostilities that began on February 28, 2026, in Iran have "terminated" and request President Donald Trump rel…
Treasury Sec. Forgets Own Job in Rush to Dodge Democrat’s Questions
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent became so engrossed Wednesday in providing non-answers about the president’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund that he accidentally dodged a question about his own employment.Bessent’s appearance before the Senate Finance…
New Mexico election results: Latest on races for governor, House, Senate
New Mexico voters set ballots for November midterms.
Primary Super Tuesday!
It's primary day! Besides the mother of all primaries in the Great State of California, we have other really significant primaries in Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota. California - Polls close 8pm PDT The premier event of the night is t…
Tech bills of the week: Mitigating risks to critical infrastructure; incentivizing domestic high-tech manufacturing; and more
Tech- and cyber-focused bills rolled out this week include measures to develop a biotech-savvy workforce, support state and local tech modernization efforts and better understand the cyber needs of small businesses.
Tech bills of the week: Mitigating risks to critical infrastructure; incentivizing domestic high-tech manufacturing; and more
Tech- and cyber-focused bills rolled out this week include measures to develop a biotech-savvy workforce, support state and local tech modernization efforts and better understand the cyber needs of small businesses.
Recent Videos (26)
Courier New Mexico Sen. Ben Ray Luján grills Trump HHS nominee over president's false MMR claims
New Mexico News (newmexico.news) "Bull": Campaign ad from Sen. Ben Ray Luján (2026)
Atlanta Black Star Ben Ray Luján TORCHES Scott Bessent Over Trump’s IRS Deal: ‘You Owe The American People An Apology’
tipunchtv “Refund Them, Give Them Money Back” — A Senator to the Internet Companies in the Room
Atlanta Black Star Russ Vought Squirms When Pressed On Inflation, Blames Biden During Hearing
Forbes Breaking News 'They're Having A Hard Time': Ben Ray Luján Urges More Support For Specialty Crop Growers In US
Forbes Breaking News 'We Need To Fix Them All': Ben Ray Luján Demands Work To Address High Error Rates In Government
Forbes Breaking News 'It's Long Past Time That We Right This Wrong': Ray Luján Demands SNAP Eligibility For PR Residents
Forbes Breaking News Ben Ray Luján: Public School Breakfast And Lunch Programs Must Be Fully Supported By Congress
Forbes Breaking News 'How The Hell Does That Help Anybody?': Ben Ray Luján Blasts Trump Administration Healthcare Cuts
Forbes Breaking News 'I Want To Zero In': Ben Ray Luján Probes Legal Loopholes For Prediction Markets
Courier New Mexico Senator Ben Ray Luján shares reality of $1 trillion healthcare cuts in Trump's Big Beautiful Bill
Congress Uncovered Senate Bill Proposes Presidential Immunity Limits
Forbes Breaking News Ben Ray Luján Rips Funding Cuts For Broadband Rollouts, Says It Caused 'Significant Delays'
Agri-Pulse Communications Agri-Pulse Newsmakers: Sen. Ben Ray Luján on farm bill, PIIE's Alan Wolff on tariffs & trade
Forbes Breaking News 'I Guess We Really Don't Matter!': Ben Ray Lujan Blasts Lack Of Action To Prevent DWI Accidents
Atlanta Black Star Sen. Ben Ray Luján Presses Sec. Brooke Rollins On USDA Staffing Cuts Amid Screwworm Outbreak
Forbes Breaking News Ben Ray Luján Explodes At Scott Bessent Over Trump's IRS Settlement: 'This Is Lawless'
Forbes Breaking News 'Sounds To Me Like They're Lying': Lujan Grills USFS Chief On Company Planning To Mine In New Mexico
Forbes Breaking News Ben Ray Luján Asks Witnesses If Sports Betting Sites Have Violated Tribes' 'Exclusive Gaming Rights'
KFF Health News RFK Jr. Grilled on Vaccine Strategy, Misinformation in Congressional Hearing
PBS NewsHour WATCH: Sen. Luján questions RFK Jr. in Trump budget request hearing
PBS NewsHour WATCH: Sen. Lujan and RFK Jr. argue over vaccine misinformation
Forbes Breaking News Luján Asked: 'Do You Have Any Knowledge Of A Senator WHO May Be Engaged In Some Type Of Misconduct?'
Forbes Breaking News 'Who's In The Majority?!': Ben Ray Luján, Russ Vought Go Back And Forth Over DHS Funding Gridlock
C-SPAN Senate Dem. Leader Chuck Schumer & Others on Government Shutdown Day 29 : CSPAN : October 29, 2025 4:12pm-4:31pm EDT
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