Trump endorses Greg Cunningham in NM-02 race
President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Greg Cunningham in New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District race.
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New Mexico Primary 2026: NM House of Representatives, District 33
A Southern New Mexico House race is taking shape as an incumbent and challenger detail their priorities and contrasts ahead of the June 2026 primary.
Vasquez backs bill to limit president’s authority on nuclear first strike
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez supports a bill requiring congressional oversight before a president can launch a first-use nuclear strike outside emergency scenarios.
New Mexico report shows rise in childhood obesity among young students
A new New Mexico Department of Health report shows childhood obesity rates rose among kindergarten and third grade students in 2025.
New Mexico Primary 2026: NM House of Representatives, District 37
Candidates are lining up for New Mexico House District 37 ahead of the 2026 primary, setting up a contested race that could shape representation in the southern part of the state.
New Mexico enacts sweeping statewide fire restrictions to prevent wildfires
New Mexico has enacted statewide fire restrictions banning campfires, smoking and most outdoor burning as officials warn the state is already experiencing a severe wildfire season.
Former presidential candidate Andrew Yang launches NM Forward Party
Former presidential candidate Andrew Yang announced the New Mexico Forward Party in Santa Fe, with organizers aiming to recruit candidates and appeal to voters outside the two major parties.
Republican drops out of Congressional District 2 primary
Jose Orozco’s exit leaves Greg Cunningham as the lone contender in New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District primary.
New Mexico AG releases blistering report, announces lawsuit against state child welfare agency
A state report found systemic failures in New Mexico’s child welfare agency, including child deaths and retaliation claims, prompting a lawsuit seeking accountability.
