After a failed attempt in the 2024 Legislature, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is again seeking legislative authority for an executive housing office, one tasked with tackling the state’s widespread challenges with homelessness,

In outlining her proposals, the governor asked lawmakers to clear the way for bankrolling the efforts. As the nation’s No. 2 oil-producing state, New Mexico is flush with cash from petroleum production that will help to foot some of the bill. The ...

Democratic U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich confirmed Friday he is ruling out a 2026 gubernatorial run in New Mexico.

A UNM prof believes Deb Haaland's possible candidacy was a factor in Heinrich's decision; a strategist calls her "the clear front-runner"

The 60-day legislative session began at the New Mexico State Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025

In outlining her proposals, the governor asked lawmakers to clear the way for bankrolling the efforts. As the nation’s No. 2 oil-producing state, New Mexico is flush with cash from petroleum ...

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is taking concrete steps to run for governor of New Mexico with a formal announcement expected in the coming weeks, Axios has learned. Why it matters: Haaland, a former House lawmaker,

Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is preparing to run for governor of New Mexico in 2026, a spokesperson confirmed

The Senate confirmed former North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum in a bipartisan fashion to lead President Donald Trump’s Department of Interior Thursday evening. Senators overwhelmingly approved Burgum’s

The Republican governor hopes to have more information about Trump’s plans, including whether Texas can turn some border expenses over to the

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