New Mexico Sun

News from November 2025


New Mexico students invited to participate in fish art contest

New Mexico students from kindergarten through 12th grade are invited to participate in the Art of Conservation New Mexico Fish Art Contest.


Save Our City chairman Vigil on lenient immigration policies: If sanctuary policies weren't in place, 'my wife would be alive today'

Sam Vigil, an Albuquerque victims' advocate and chairman of Save Our City Political Action Committee (PAC), has expressed concerns about the city's "immigrant-friendly" policies.


Deb Haaland highlights Pelosi's leadership and criticizes GOP over SNAP amid historic shutdown

Deb Haaland addressed legislative accomplishments under Nancy Pelosi's leadership while criticizing efforts by Trump and Republicans related to SNAP benefits during a historic government shutdown.


Steve Pearce nominated for BLM post amid debate over oil and gas regulation

Former U.S. Representative Steve Pearce has been nominated to a top position at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a move that is expected to impact oil and gas development in New Mexico.


Teresa Leger Fernández addresses healthcare crisis and political issues in recent posts

Representative Teresa Leger Fernández addressed constituents via social media on November 7, 2025, discussing an ongoing healthcare crisis and criticizing former President Trump’s actions.


NMDOT names inaugural group of student ambassadors for anti-litter campaign

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT), working with the Office of the Governor, has selected 14 high school students from across the state as the first Land of Enchantment Young Ambassadors for 2025–2026.


House Republican leader criticizes senators over special session on government shutdown

House Republican Leader Gail Armstrong has voiced her concerns over the Governor's decision to call a special session in response to the ongoing federal government shutdown.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández criticizes Trump over Epstein case transparency and social program cuts

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted several tweets on November 7, 2025, calling for transparency in the Epstein case and criticizing Donald Trump's policy decisions on social programs and federal responses.


Deb Haaland donates food and essentials amid SNAP benefit lapse

Deb Haaland and her team delivered 811 pounds of food and essential items to the Roadrunner Food Bank in Albuquerque.


New Mexico governor calls special session amid federal shutdown impacts

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico has announced a second Special Legislative Session for November 10, 2025.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham orders flags at half-staff to honor former Sen. Clint Harden

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued statements between November 6-7, 2025 addressing tributes to Senator Clint Harden, responses to federal policies affecting New Mexican families, and recognition of Speaker Nancy Pelosi's congressional career.


New Mexico strengthens dispatcher training requirements through mandatory academy program

Each year, the New Mexico Department of Public Safety Law Enforcement Academy offers four sessions of the Public Safety Telecommunicator training.


Eastern New Mexico volleyball hosts St. Edward’s for Senior Day celebration

The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team is set to host St. Edward's University on Saturday, November 8, at 2 p.m. in the Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena.


New Mexico United hosts Orange County SC in crucial USL Western Conference Semifinal

New Mexico United will face Orange County SC in the USL Western Conference Semifinal on Saturday at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park.


Federal judge orders full funding of SNAP benefits amid legal challenges

Attorney General Raúl Torrez has responded to a federal judge's decision in Rhode Island, which mandates the Trump Administration to fully fund Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits by November 7.


Deb Haaland criticizes GOP actions on shutdowns and BLM leadership in recent posts

Deb Haaland posted several statements on November 6 criticizing Republican lawmakers over government funding issues and opposing Steve Pearce as a potential leader of the Bureau of Land Management.


Louie Sanchez on Crime, Leadership, and Restoring Safety to Albuquerque

Albuquerque voters face a pivotal choice as municipal elections approach.


Flat Franklin visits New Mexico State Library as part of student geography project

A paper cutout named Flat Franklin, inspired by the Flat Stanley school project, recently visited the New Mexico State Library as part of a nationwide educational initiative.


New Mexico United tops San Antonio 2-0, to host Orange County in semifinal

New Mexico United defeated San Antonio FC 2-0 to advance to the USL Championship Western Conference Semifinals.


Governor calls Nov. 10 special session as state faces ongoing SNAP funding shortfall

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has called for a special session of the New Mexico Legislature on November 10 to address the ongoing need for state-funded food assistance.