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GOP U.S. Senate candidate for New Mexico: The southern border is 'lawless and out of control'
Nella Domenici, a U.S. Senate candidate for the state of New Mexico, stated in a post on X that the southern border is "lawless and out of control." This comment was made in response to a video depicting a group of individuals illegally entering El Paso and subsequently knocking down several Texas National Guard soldiers.
Manny Gonzales announces U.S. Senate run as Republican
Former Bernalillo County Sheriff, Manny Gonzales, has announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate. After years of membership in the Democratic Party, Gonzales is now running for New Mexico's senate seat as a Republican.
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Nichole Rogers wins District 6 runoff election
By New Mexico Sun | Dec 14, 2023
In the recent runoff election for Albuquerque City Council District 6, Nichole Rogers narrowly defeated Jeff Hoehn to secure the city council seat. The margin of victory was approximately 200 votes in a district that encompasses both the International District and Nob Hill.
Controversy surrounds ABQ Mayor Tim Keller's alleged political assistance in District 6 race; Candidate Nichole Rogers under scrutiny
By Special to the New Mexico Sun | Dec 5, 2023
In the run-up to the Dec. 12 runoff election for District 6, Mayor Tim Keller is facing allegations of backing specific candidates through his political apparatus and influencing city employees to support his chosen contenders.
City council candidate fails to file legal documents, make full accounting for her charity
By New Mexico Sun Reports | Nov 3, 2023
City Council candidate for District 6 Nichole Rogers failed to file the required legal documents for her charitable nonprofit and to make a full accounting as to where funds raised have gone.
New Mexico Republicans oppose new vehicle rules: ‘This proposed rule will place an undue financial burden on rural communities across the state’
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 3, 2023
The New Mexico House of Representatives Republican Caucus recently issued a statement opposing the Environmental Improvement Board’s plan to limit vehicle purchases in the state, contending that the board is ignoring the wishes of many New Mexicans.
Women Taking Back Our Neighborhoods founder: 'I see crime getting worse'
By Paige Wagenknecht | Oct 30, 2023
Colleen Aycock, founder of Women Taking Back Our Neighborhoods, said the group’s number one goal is to eliminate crime.
Rep. Nibert announces intention to fill Senate seat: ‘it would be an honor to follow in his footsteps’
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 27, 2023
New Mexico Rep. Greg Nibert has expressed his interest in filling the Senate District 27 seat, which was recently vacated by long-time Senator Stuart Ingle. Nibert submitted his name to the Chaves, Curry, DeBaca, Lea, and Roosevelt County Commissions for consideration. He stated that it would be an honor to follow in Ingle's footsteps and continue his legacy in the New Mexico Senate.
UNM is part of election integrity data release effort
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 25, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced a long-term election integrity initiative that aims to provide certified outcomes and increase transparency in the election process. Led by UNM Political Science Professor Wendy Hansen and Professor Emeritus Lonna Atkeson, this pioneering project has resulted in the development of an election assessment tool and the release of post-election auditing data and ballot image data for public scrutiny.
Bernalillo County on early voting and same-day registration for local election
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 20, 2023
Bernalillo County issued a reminder on early voting and ongoing same-day registration for the regular local election. They emphasized that potential voters still have time to register and take part in the upcoming local election according to a press release by Bernalillo County.
House Republicans: ‘It is with deepest condolences that we mourn the passing of Mack Chase’
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 13, 2023
New Mexican oil and gas businessman Mack Chase, the owner of Mack Energy Corporation, recently passed away. As the gas and oil industry booms in New Mexico, New Mexico House Republican members Jim Townsend, Cathrynn Brown, and Jimmy Mason sent their condolences.
Bernalillo County puts out reminder for upcoming local election registration
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 9, 2023
Linda Stover, the Bernalillo County Clerk, is reminding residents that the voter registration deadline for the upcoming Regular Local Election is approaching. According to a press release, eligible voters can take advantage of a convenient option to register and vote on the same day.
House Republicans call gun ban blockage a ‘resounding rebuke of the governor’s rogue order against the people of this state’
By New Mexico Sun Report | Sep 18, 2023
U.S. District Court Judge David Urias temporarily blocked New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s gun ban on Sept. 13. This came after almost a week of controversy, and members of the New Mexico GOP applauded the ruling by the federal judge.
New Mexico AG to Grisham: ‘My duty to uphold and defend the constitutional rights of every citizen takes precedence’
By New Mexico Sun Report | Sep 14, 2023
In a letter to New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez stated that he can not support the governor’s order to suspend the right to carry firearms and will not defend the gun ban in court. He cites the Second Amendment, as many other individuals and groups have, and disagrees over the governor making it a public health emergency.
New Mexico Republicans file lawsuit to challenge Grisham’s gun ban
By New Mexico Sun Report | Sep 12, 2023
New Mexico House and Senate Republicans announced on Sept. 9 that they will file a federal lawsuit to challenge the temporary gun ban enacted by New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. The ban on carrying guns in public was put forth following the shooting death of an 11-year-old on Sept. 6.
Republican State Rep: ‘I am calling on counsel to begin the impeachment process against Gov. Grisham’
By New Mexico Sun Report | Sep 12, 2023
New Mexico Republican Reps. Stefani Lord and John Block called for the impeachment of New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham over the governor’s controversial temporary ban on firearms in the Albuquerque area. Lord said specifically that the governor’s public health declaration goes against New Mexicans' Second Amendment rights.
Bernalillo County sheriff: ‘The temporary ban challenges the foundations of our constitution’
By New Mexico Sun Report | Sep 12, 2023
Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen, among other prominent figures, has come out to say that he will not enforce New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s ban on firearms. The gun ban was set to be in place for 30 days and cover Albuquerque and surrounding areas, Allen’s jurisdiction.
Lane: ‘It is unfortunate that the Governor has decided to politicize the death of an 11-year-old to push her anti-gun agenda’
By New Mexico Sun Report | Sep 8, 2023
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued a statement Sept. 7 declaring gun violence a public health emergency following the murder of an 11-year-old New Mexican boy.
Heinrich: Bipartisan bill to enhance agricultural conservation practices
By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 25, 2023
On August 24, 2023, U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich, Joni Ernst, Roger Marshall, and Amy Klobuchar introduced a new bill to simplify the process for the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) to revise and adopt conservation practice standards. This legislation aims to bridge the space between NRCS best practices and new research and innovation, facilitating farmers and ranchers in utilizing NRCS conservation programs more efficiently on their land according to a press release.
Heinrich: 'We cannot allow ghost guns to evade federal regulations simply because of how they are made and purchased'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 24, 2023
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., joined as a cosponsor of the Ghost Guns and Untraceable Firearms Act, a piece of bipartisan legislation spearheaded by U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., and U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-N.Y.