Haaland for Governor

BREAKING: Haaland Raises Record $2M in First Month of Campaign

More than 30,000 grassroots donors build momentum for HaalandAlbuquerque, N.M. – Today, the Deb Haaland for New Mexico campaign announced that she has raised more than $2,000,000 in contributions from more than 30,000 donors, including donations from all 33 counties in New Mexico. With three weeks left in the first reporting period, Deb Haaland is on track to raise more than any other candidate in New Mexico’s history has in their first reporting period.Haaland’s message centering on

ICYMI: Deb Haaland Holds Trump & Musk’s Feet to the Fire, Takes a Stand for New Mexicans on National TV

Albuquerque, N.M. – During an interview with the Reverand Al Sharpton on national TV on Saturday, Deb Haaland held President Trump and Elon Musk’s feet to the fire regarding chaos during cabinet meetings, killing jobs at national parks in New Mexico and across the country, and immigration policies that make the country less safe. During the interview, Haaland vowed to stand up for all New Mexicans.“It’s really a shame that a billionaire who is unelected is calling the shots for firing peop

RECAP: Deb Haaland Concludes 19-Stop Launch Tour After Meeting Thousands of New Mexicans

Haaland stopped in communities all over the state to listen to voters of all political backgroundsAlbuquerque, N.M. – Yesterday, the Deb Haaland for New Mexico campaign concluded its 19- stop launch tour around the state. Haaland spoke with over 3,700 people during events in Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Deming, Silver City, Socorro, Gallup, Santa Rosa, Belen, Las Vegas, Clayton, Raton, Taos, Española, Los Alamos, Carlsbad, Roswell, and Ruidoso.“New Mexicans are fierce—and

'How Is That Even Legal?': Melanie Stansbury Goes Scorched Earth On Elon Musk During House Hearing

During the House hearing on the Department of Government Efficiency this week, Representative Melanie Stansbury went scorched earth on Elon Musk over his involvement with the department.

Democrat goes after Trump, Musk in first DOGE hearing

Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) went after President Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk in the first Delivering on ...

Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima weighing bid for governor

Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima could become the second candidate to join New Mexico's 2026 gubernatorial race, saying Thursday he has launched an exploratory committee to test the waters for ...

Man City facing a rebuild after punishing season and some Guardiola stalwarts may head the clear-out

A big rebuild is coming at Manchester City and top of the list in the clear-out appears to be the injury-prone stalwarts who cannot hack modern-day soccer’s demanding schedule.

Graton Rancheria sues Interior Department over Koi casino

Graton’s suit argues that former Secretary Deb Haaland failed to follow federal law, and that the administrator who signed off on the decision didn’t have the authority.

Bill would require NM university board of regents members to get ethics and financial training

SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A multimillion dollar severance package for a controversial New Mexico higher ed president has ignited outrage amongst the state’s top elected officials. Now, a New ...

THIS WEEKEND: Haaland to Continue Statewide Tour with Stops in Belen, Las Vegas, Clayton, Raton, Taos, Española, and Los Alamos

Haaland is traveling the state to meet & hear from New Mexicans.Albuquerque, N.M. – This weekend, Deb Haaland, candidate for New Mexico governor, will continue her statewide campaign launch tour with stops in Belen, Las Vegas, Clayton, Raton, Taos, Española, and Los Alamos. Haaland’s launch tour includes 19 stops in small towns and cities across New Mexico throughout February and into March. Last week, Haaland launched her campaign with a video highlighting her commitment to lower

MOMENTUM GROWS: More than 50 New Mexico Leaders Line Up to Endorse Haaland

More community members show confidence in Haaland’s leadership.Albuquerque, N.M. – Today, Deb Haaland, candidate for New Mexico governor announced that she has secured over 50 endorsements from New Mexico leaders in her first week of campaigning. Her endorsements range from city councilors and county commissioners to New Mexico legislators, all three NM members of Congress, and U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján. The list also includes former elected officials like Paula Garcia and Marty Chavez. T

THIS WEEK: Haaland to Continue Statewide Tour with Stops in Gallup, Santa Rosa

Haaland is traveling the state to meet & hear from New Mexicans.Albuquerque, N.M. – On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, Deb Haaland, candidate for New Mexico governor, will continue her statewide campaign launch tour with a stop in Gallup and then on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 in Santa Rosa. Haaland’s launch tour includes 19 stops in small towns and cities across New Mexico throughout February and into March.Haaland visited with more than 2,000 New Mexicans who shared their ideas, concern

Will Tim Keller, Albuquerque’s Ambitious Mayor Who Doesn’t Know How to Read, Jump into the 2026 Gubernatorial Race?

As New Mexico’s 2026 gubernatorial race heats up, speculation is swirling about whether Tim Keller, the ambitious, headline-grabbing mayor of Albuquerque, will make a bid for the governor’s mansion. Keller has never been shy about his political aspirations, climbing the ranks from State Senator to State Auditor to two-term Mayor—and he seems unlikely to stop there.But Keller’s potential candidacy is unique for another reason: he has on multiple occasions publicly admitte

Who is Running for Governor of New Mexico Besides Deb Haaland?

With the 2026 gubernatorial race in New Mexico shaping up, political insiders are buzzing about who will join the contest. While Deb Haaland’s decision to run has already made waves, she’s far from the only name being floated. On both sides of the aisle, a mix of experienced leaders and fresh challengers could make this race one to watch.Democrats: Will There Be a Competitive Primary?Sam Bregman – The Legal PowerhouseSam Bregman, the current Bernalillo County District Attorney, ha

Rep. Stansbury says there’s cause for alarm on possible dismantling of the Education Dept.

Another of Scott Forrester's client's, Melanie Stansbury, is worried New Mexico could lose important federal funding. She said she and her colleagues are fighting back to make sure to protect those funds. “These indiscriminate cuts to federal programs, the firing of federal employees, the gutting of these programs is going to affect every aspect of life for New Mexicans,” said Stansbury.Stansbury said she’s worried the Department of Education will soon lose major federal funding after Elon Musk

SUNDAY: Haaland to Continue Statewide Tour with Stops in Las Cruces, Deming, Silver City, and Socorro

Haaland is traveling the state to meet & hear from New Mexicans.Albuquerque, N.M. – On Sunday, February 16, 2025, Deb Haaland, candidate for New Mexico governor, will continue her statewide campaign launch tour with stops in Las Cruces, Deming, Silver City, and Socorro. Haaland’s launch tour includes 19 stops in small towns and cities across New Mexico throughout February and into March.Haaland launched her campaign with a video highlighting her commitment to lowering costs, addressing

Is having a DWI becoming a prerequisite to holding elected office in New Mexico?

The Real Story of the Deb Haaland DWI Incident.Deb Haaland has been open about her struggles with alcoholism in her early years, revealing that she has been sober since 1988, after two separate DUI incidents. Her journey from personal challenges to becoming the first Native American U.S. Secretary of the Interior is seen as a story of resilience, personal growth, and redemption. Haaland should be commended for her ability to change. An incident 40 years ago does not define who she is today, but

Ben Ray Lujan endorses Deb Haaland for New Mexico

Junior Senator for New Mexico, Ben Ray Lujan, has officially endorsed Deb Haaland's campaign for New Mexico governor. Or at least, that's what the campaign is saying on her Facebook page. In a Wednesday afternoon Facebook post, the following statement was released: "Ben Ray Luján is a strong and compassionate advocate for our state who always keeps his roots in mind as he stands up for all New Mexicans. I'm grateful for his support, friendship, and endorsement."We will see how the race shakes ou

Surprise: Martin Heinrich won't endorse Deb Haaland for New Mexico's campaign... again?

Politico is reporting that Deb Haaland won't be getting Martin Heinrich's endorsement this time around. Heinrich was widely considered a top-choice candidate for the New Mexico 2026 governor's race, but in late January he declared he wouldn't be running for New Mexico governor after all.Heinrich and Deb Haaland have had a tumultuous relationship in the past. He waited until October of 2018 to endorse Deb Haaland for Congress in 2018. Opting to stay out of the endorsement process in the Albuquerq

Will Michelle Lujan Grisham be impeached before Deb Haaland's campaign really kicks off?

State Republican Reps. John Block and Stefani Lord say they've officially started the process of working to impeach Gov. Michelle ...