Martin Heinrich — Jun 18, 2024

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June 18, 2024, 4:17 p.m., Senate floor: “I want to start by acknowledging the South Fork and Salt Fires that have forced thousands to flee their homes in Lincoln County, New Mexico and the Mescalero Apache Nation over the last 24 hours.” He said he had just discussed the fires at the White House, thanked firefighters and neighboring towns, and urged people to follow evacuation orders. “We will do everything possible to help our fellow New Mexicans through this immediate emergency and the recovery in the months and years ahead.”

Codes

• Disaster Mention yes — Names the South Fork and Salt Fires.
• Climate Connection no — Relief, evacuations, and disaster aid. No climate-cause sentence.
• Mentioned Republican Obstruction of Climate Action no — No obstruction claim.