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Rep. Vincent on Ruidoso flood and race track: 'That track is more than a venue. It’s an integral part of our community'
Public Safety

Harlan H. Vincent, representative for New Mexico House District 56, expressed pride in the emergency personnel and emphasized the significance of the Ruidoso Downs Race Track to the community.

Miyagishima on deployment of National Guard: 'This partnership would provide vital support to law enforcement'
Public Safety

Ken Miyagishima, former mayor of Las Cruces and Democratic candidate for New Mexico governor, said in a public announcement that deploying National Guard members as military police to assist law enforcement statewide is necessary.

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Sen. Block: 'The Democrat Party is radicalizing leftists to violence'
Public Safety

Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, has attributed recent violent attacks to the rhetoric of the Democratic Party, which he claims is radicalizing leftists.


Rep. Lord: New Mexico 'named the most dangerous state in America to raise a family'
Public Safety

Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that the state was named the most dangerous in America to raise a family.


Rep. John Block: CYFD let children 'die on the state's watch'
Public Safety

John Block, House Representative of New Mexico, has raised concerns about the state's developmental disabilities program, criticizing its underfunding.


Sen. Block on Iran strikes: 'We decimated their nuke weapons program for years to come'
Public Safety

Jay Block, a New Mexico state senator, said that recent military actions against Iran's nuclear program would enhance regional security and prevent nuclear escalation.


Sen. Block: The 'constant rhetoric and calls for violence from the left must end'
Public Safety

Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, has urged political leaders to denounce rhetoric and calls for violence following reports of an investigation into Cudahy Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez.


NMSSA Executive Director on concealed carry: ‘Our right to keep and bear arms does not end at the New Mexico state line’
Public Safety

Anthony Segura, Executive Director of the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA), has called for Congress to pass National Concealed Carry Reciprocity legislation.


State Rep. Lord on violent protests: According to Democrats, 'that behavior is protected and any officer who steps in is a "thug"'
Public Safety

Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, has expressed concerns regarding Senator Martin Heinrich's criticism of law enforcement.


Sen. Thornton on sanctuary state funding: 'If you allow lawlessness, you should have to pay for the consequences of your inaction'
Public Safety

Ant Thornton, Senator of New Mexico, said that states should be held accountable for infrastructure damage caused by riots and supported federal funding restrictions.


Senate Minority Leader Sharer on border enforcement: 'Progressive leadership continues to ignore the public safety crisis'
Public Safety

William "Bill" Sharer, minority floor leader of the New Mexico Senate, expressed support for federal initiatives aimed at combating cartels and violent crime.


NMSSA denounces LA protest violence
Public Safety

The New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA) has expressed its disapproval of the violence occurring during protests in Los Angeles and nationwide.


Rep. Alan Martinez calls town hall on NM 528 safety concerns
Public Safety

Representative Alan Martinez has extended an invitation to New Mexico Department of Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna to participate in a town hall meeting in Rio Rancho.


State Sen. Block on political unrest: 'Democrats support the violent demonstrators'
Public Safety

Jay Block, a state senator from New Mexico, expressed concerns on the social media platform X, stating that Democrats are prioritizing violent protesters and undocumented immigrants over law enforcement amid escalating unrest.


Rep. Block on urban unrest: 'No wonder Los Angeles and Albuquerque are war zones'
Public Safety

John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, has said that Democratic leaders are supporting violent protesters contributing to chaos in major cities.


State Sen. Block on protest violence: 'Arrest them all who are not protesting peacefully'
Public Safety

Jay Block, a state senator from New Mexico, has expressed strong criticism towards protestors in Los Angeles, California, labeling them as "lawless" and calling for their arrest due to escalating violence against law enforcement.


Sen. Block on Gaza conflict: 'Hamas must unconditionally surrender for peace'
Public Safety

Jay Block, a senator from New Mexico, said that peace in Gaza requires Hamas to surrender and cease hostilities.


State Sen. Block on Medicaid: 'I am 100% committed to preserving it for those who truly need it'
Public Safety

Jay Block, a state senator from New Mexico, has emphasized the importance of protecting Medicaid for vulnerable groups through reforms aimed at eliminating abuse and restoring program integrity.


DA Bregman on New Mexico’s juvenile justice crisis: 'Innocent people are dying'
Public Safety

Sam Bregman, the District Attorney for Bernalillo County, said in a press release that New Mexico's juvenile justice system is not effectively preventing violent crimes committed by repeat youth offenders.


Rep. Hall releases statement on Officer Timothy  Ontiveros' Passing
Public Safety

New Mexico House Republicans have announced that Representative William (Bill) Hall issued a statement mourning the death of Officer Timothy Ontiveros and offering condolences to his family and friends.