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Rep. Block: 'New Mexico’s broken medical malpractice laws are killing rural health care'
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John Block, a House representative from New Mexico, has raised concerns over rising malpractice insurance costs, which he claims are forcing rural hospitals to lose doctors and threatening access to care.


Rep. Block: 7-day firearm purchase waiting bill is ‘blatantly unconstitutional’
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John Block, a New Mexico state representative, has criticized the state's recently enacted seven-day waiting period for firearm purchases.


Rep. Dow on public service: 'A healthy commission isn’t about echo chambers—it’s about balance and diversity of thought'
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Rebecca Dow, a New Mexico House representative, has expressed concerns about the importance of diverse viewpoints in public service.


Rep. Block: Gov. Grisham 'hates on Trump' for approach to DC crime, then 'does the exact same thing in Española'
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John Block, a New Mexico House representative, said that Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham contradicted herself by opposing executive action in Washington, D.C., and then issuing a similar directive in Española.


Sen. Woods on lesser prairie-chicken delisting: 'A triumph for New Mexico’s hardworking ranchers and energy producers'
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The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas has vacated the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s 4(d) special rule for the northern distinct population segment of the lesser prairie-chicken.


Albuquerque Journal Chief on Española crime surge: 'Order declaring state of emergency in Española and surrounding areas due to crime'
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Dan Boyd, Capitol Bureau Chief of the Albuquerque Journal, announced on X that Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency in Española and its surrounding areas due to escalating crime and authorized...


Chile Wire podcast host on New Mexico child deaths and political hypocrisy: 'If this isn't a public health crisis, it's a moral health crisis'
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Abenicio Baldonado, host of The Chile Wire podcast, has expressed concerns regarding New Mexico's recent series of child deaths under the supervision of the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD).


Rep. Block on TX quorum fight: 'The Radical Left isn’t used to us calling their bluffs or playing by their own rules'
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John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, expressed his support for Governor Greg Abbott's actions to remove Texas Democrats who broke quorum.


State Rep. Lord on proposed gun grab bills: 'Come on, Republicans, do better!'
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Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that most Republicans did not oppose proposed gun control bills in committee and called for greater defense of constitutional rights.


Sen. Thornton: 'Tell Hamas to release the remaining hostages' and this could all be over
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Senator Ant Thornton of New Mexico has called on Representative Melanie Stansbury to advocate for the release of hostages by Hamas and to facilitate humanitarian access.


Sen. Thornton on 2016 Russia election interference claims: 'The walls are closing in on members of the Obama Administration'
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Ant Thornton, Senator of New Mexico, said that new evidence is exposing a conspiracy by Obama Administration officials to damage President Trump and called for accountability to restore trust in the Republic.


Rep. Block: Only way to fix New Mexico's health care crisis is 'malpractice reform'
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John Block, House Representative of New Mexico, said that malpractice reform is essential to addressing the state's health care crisis and retaining doctors.


Sen. Block: 'Abusing staffers is now legal in New Mexico thanks to a new rule by Democrats'
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Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, has expressed concerns over a new ethics committee policy that he claims allows legislators to mistreat staff members without facing repercussions.


NMSSA Director on gun bans: We 'criminalize law-abiding gun owners while doing nothing to address violent crime'
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Anthony Segura, executive director of the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA), expressed concerns regarding Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's anticipated initiative for a special legislative session aimed at enacting rifle and magazine...


Business Coalition CEO: 'Albuquerque residents are deeply dissatisfied with the current trajectory of our city'
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Carla Sonntag, president and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition, said in a public announcement that a July poll of likely 2025 Albuquerque voters reveals widespread dissatisfaction with the city’s direction and declining support for...


Sen. Sharer: 'Abusive behavior by Democratic Senators toward staff is perfectly acceptable under their ‘so-called’ anti-harassment rules'
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Bill Sharer, Senate Republican Leader, said that the New Mexico Senate Ethics Committee's decision to clear Senator Mimi Stewart of verbal abuse allegations reveals a partisan reluctance among Democratic lawmakers to enforce their own...


Sen. Block: New U.S.-EU trade agreement is 'great deal for Americans'
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Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, has described the new U.S.-EU trade deal as a significant achievement for American businesses and farmers.


Sen. Block: 'You can thank slimy trial lawyers for the long waits for healthcare in New Mexico'
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Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, has attributed the state's doctor shortages and long patient wait times in its healthcare system to trial lawyers and certain lawmakers.


Sharebite CEO on SNAP risks: 'New Mexico has America's highest percentage of residents who rely on SNAP'
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Dilip Rao, Chief Executive Officer of Sharebite, responded to the New Mexico Sun regarding federal cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).


America First Policy Institute announces New Mexico launch, releases statewide polling
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The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has announced the launch of its New Mexico chapter and released results from statewide polling conducted ahead of the debut.