New Mexico Secretary of State Highlights Election Security Measures and Ongoing Audit
The New Mexico Secretary of State has recently used social media to emphasize the importance of election security, particularly in light of ongoing post-election processes. In a series of posts made between November 17 and November 19, 2025, the office highlighted key aspects of the state's voting procedures and raised questions about federal oversight.
On November 17, the Secretary’s account posted: "With the Regular Local Election recently finished and runoffs and recounts happening soon, it's a good time to remember why NM's use of 100% paper ballots is so important for security and the post-election process." The message underscores New Mexico’s commitment to using only paper ballots as a safeguard against potential tampering or technical failures during elections.
Two days later, on November 19, another post stated: “We ultimately would like to know what the Trump administration is doing and whether they’re taking appropriate steps required under the law to protect voter information.” This tweet signals concern over federal actions regarding voter data protection.
Later that same day, a third post from the office read: "Post-election audits are an industry standard that protect the integrity of your vote and ensure voting machines are never tampered with. The current audit is ongoing and will finish by December 1st." The statement emphasizes that regular audits are conducted as part of standard procedure to verify election results and maintain public trust in electoral outcomes.
The focus on paper ballots aligns with broader national discussions about election security. Paper-based systems provide a verifiable record for recounts or audits, which experts argue is essential for ensuring transparency. Post-election audits have become more common across U.S. states as a way to detect errors or anomalies in vote counting.
The mention of concerns about federal oversight reflects ongoing debates over how state and federal governments share responsibility for protecting voter information. These issues have gained attention following reports about cybersecurity threats targeting U.S. elections in recent years.
New Mexico's emphasis on established auditing practices aims to reassure voters about both technological safeguards and procedural transparency during critical phases such as recounts or runoffs.
