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 will run to be the next governor of New Mexico, a spokesperson confirmed to The Hill. “Deb Haaland is of and for New Mexico. She’s a proven leader; she’s

Former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland is “preparing” to run for governor of New Mexico in 2026, a campaign spokesperson confirmed to Source NM on Tuesday. If elected, Haaland would be the first Native American person to head the state government in its 113-year history.

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham gave her annual State of the State address after lawmakers convened for the state's 60-day legislative session.

“Deb Haaland is of and for New Mexico. She’s a proven leader; she’s created New Mexico jobs, brings people together, and is getting ready to run to be New Mexico’s next governor. She and her team will be focused on listening and solutions that fit the needs of our communities," Forrester said.

Haaland has hired Scott Forrester as her campaign manger and is assembling a team of veteran political operatives with New Mexican and national experience, according to two people familiar with the matter.