Washington, Feb. 9 -- Representative Gabe Vasquez issued the following press release:
On February 6, 2026, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) visited La Pinon Sexual Assault Recovery Services in Las Cruces, where he met with the Executive Director, program directors, and other staff. During the visit, La Pinon staff reported that the Administration's actions and current political climate have eroded community trust, causing a 50% drop in local residents seeking their services - particularly in southern Dona Ana County.
Vasquez recently supported billions in Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Victims of Crimes Act (VOCA) funding to bolster La Pinon's work to keep southern New Mexicans safe and healthy, including:
* Nearly $2 bi...