New Mexico U.S. Rep. Leger Fernández calls for investigation into toxic metals in fire retardants

New Mexico U.S. Rep. Leger Fernández calls for investigation into toxic metals in fire retardants

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández on Aug. 21, 2026, announced she and other members of Congress are seeking an investigation into the environmental and health impacts of fire retardants. Above: Leger Fernández and other officials tour a Mora County acequia Nov. 25, 2025, after elevated levels of toxic metals were detected in dozens of private wells. (Patrick Lohmann/Source NM)U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.) on Friday announced she and f…