Deb Haaland issued a statement following the 2025 election results in New Mexico and across the United States. She emphasized the importance of local elections, noting their impact on issues such as public safety, housing, education, and municipal services.
“Local elections in New Mexico and across the country today are critical to the future of our communities: public safety, housing, our kids’ education and even trash pick up and recycling are impacted. Mayorals, city council, school boards, and state government is where the rubber meets the road," Haaland said.
She congratulated all candidates who participated in New Mexico's elections for their commitment to improving the state’s future. Haaland also encouraged residents to stay informed about upcoming runoff elections in their areas.
“In New Mexico, congratulations to every candidate who ran in their communities on our shared commitment for a better future for our state. And I encourage New Mexicans to keep track of runoffs in their communities as well!” she stated.
Haaland extended her congratulations to former colleagues Abigail Spanberger of Virginia and Mikie Sherrill of New Jersey for their gubernatorial campaigns.
“I also want to congratulate my former colleagues in the U.S. House — Abigail Spanberger in Virginia and Mikie Sherrill in New Jersey, on impressive gubernatorial campaigns,” she added.
In her statement, Haaland described local and state governments as essential barriers against federal policies she opposes. “Local and state governments are the last line of defense against Donald Trump’s cruel policies, a Republican Party who doesn’t care, and their dysfunctional federal government. It’s up to us to lower costs, improve education, make our communities safer, and protect health care access,” she said.
