On Wednesday, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) visited the widow of WWII Veteran Josephat Radosevich, Griselda Radosevich. Luján helped Radosevich’s family obtain their father’s WWII awards and medals they have been seeking since February 2023.
“I was honored to meet with the widow of WWII Veteran Josephat Radosevich, Griselda Radosevich to celebrate her birthday and her husband’s brave service to our country. I was proud to help their family recover Radosevich’s awards and recognition ensuring the memory of his service will live on for generations,” said Luján.
Luján also met with local leaders from Torrance County to discuss Congressionally Directed Spending projects, federal funding priorities, and expected challenges the county may face shortly. During their meeting, Luján met with Torrance County Manager Janice Barela, Torrance County Commissioner Samuel Schropp, and Torrance County Deputy Manager Tracy Sedillo.
After meeting with Torrance County officials, the senator met with Estancia Mayor Nathan Dial, Town of Estancia Clerk/Treasure Michelle Jones, Town of Estancia Deputy Clerk Roy Hubbard, and Town Trustees Amy May and Patrick Sanchez in the community of Estancia, which received funding for their flood mitigation project. Luján secured the funding to divert potential flood waters and protect drinking water within the Estancia Valley Water Basin.
“These investments are vital,” said Luján. “The federal government must continue to do more to invest in our rural communities. That’s why I encouraged these leaders to reach out for help with any problems – big or small.”