Senator Ben Ray Luján criticized HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. for disregarding scientific advice during a Senate hearing.
Quiver AI Summary
During a Senate Finance Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján criticized HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. for allegedly disregarding established scientific advice regarding public health issues. Luján emphasized the importance of evidence-based practices and highlighted his concerns about Kennedy's role during ongoing public health crises.
Prior to the hearing, Luján joined committee Democrats in demanding Kennedy's resignation, citing the importance of credible leadership in managing health matters. In their exchange, Luján questioned Kennedy's trustworthiness and ability to communicate effectively, suggesting a need for accountability in the department.
Luján's comments reflect ongoing frustrations over the government's response to health crises, particularly amid the measles outbreak. He has repeatedly called for urgent action to address such public health threats, insisting on the necessity of listening to qualified experts.
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Ben Ray Lujan Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Ben Ray Lujan:
- S.2643: Seedlings for Sustainable Habitat Restoration Act of 2025
- S.2508: Gas Pipeline Leak Detection and Repair Act of 2025
- S.2325: Restore and Modernize Our National Laboratories Act of 2025
- S.2225: Prevent Interruptions in Physical Therapy Act of 2025
- S.2182: Community Solar Consumer Choice Act of 2025
- S.2076: HCBS Relief Act of 2025
You can track bills proposed by Ben Ray Lujan on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Lujan.
Ben Ray Lujan Fundraising
Ben Ray Lujan recently disclosed $806.3K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 61st most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 74.2% came from individual donors.
Lujan disclosed $473.7K of spending. This was the 91st most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Lujan disclosed $2.7M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 107th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Ben Ray Lujan's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
