Claudia Tristán brings a wealth of experience in both journalism and strategic communications focused on immigration issues. She served as Immigration Campaign Director at MomsRising. During the first Trump administration, she reported on critical policies like the Zero Tolerance Policy and the Migrant Protection Protocol, producing impactful news stories that reached national and international audiences.

Tristán’s bilingual skills have allowed her to engage diverse audiences, particularly in predominantly Hispanic communities across Texas and New Mexico.

In the political arena, Tristán has served as the Director of Latinx Messaging for Beto O'Rourke's presidential campaign and as Communications Director for Kim Foxx's re-election campaign, where she crafted messaging strategies that resonated with diverse demographics. Her role in Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's office involved managing communications during an immigration-related humanitarian crisis, influencing policy discussions and community responses. 

Tristán holds a Master’s in Strategic Communication and dual Bachelor’s degrees in Journalism and Business Administration from Texas Tech University. Her unique blend of storytelling skills with strategic advocacy positions her a passionate leader in the fight for truth and human rights.