2026 Statewide Candidate Info
Governor & Lt. Governor
Deb Haaland
GovernorDeb Haaland is the former U.S. Secretary of the Interior and served as the U.S. Representative for New Mexico's 1st Congressional District. Her elected and appointed record is highlighted by supporting open borders and anti-oil and gas focused policies. She says she will push to used tax dollars to build affordable housing and expand government dependence and social welfare programs.
Visit Campaign Website →Stephanie Garcia Richard
Lt. GovernorAs the current New Mexico Land Commissioner, Garcia Richard has increased the royalty fees that oil and gas operators pay. She was placed on the ballot for Lt Governor by Democrat party members although she did not run for the position in the primary.
Visit Campaign Website →Gregg Hull
GovernorGregg Hull, the former Mayor of Rio Rancho, brings extensive experience as a business owner and running a large governmental operation. His record as mayor showcases a focus on economic diversification, public safety and supporting small businesses. Under his leadership, Rio Rancho thrived at improving infrastructure to foster growth and Hull wants to bring the same across the state of New Mexico.
Visit Campaign Website →David Gallegos
Lt. GovernorA State Senator representing Eunice, David Gallegos is focused on advancing rural development, enhancing education reform, and ensuring the responsible management of the state's natural resources to benefit all citizens.
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Amanda López Askin
Secretary of StateSays she will increase current automatic voter registration & use of mail in ballots. She opposed voter ID and federal audits of the voter roles to remove non citizens.
Visit Campaign Website → Candidate Survey Response →Raul Torrez
Attorney GeneralIncumbent Attorney General who has focused on suing the Trump administration and private corporations. Torrez is also using tax dollars to attack counties who have ICE detention facilities. Little attention has been paid to address some of the worst crime in the nation.
Visit Campaign Website →Joseph M. Maestas
State AuditorCurrent State Auditor with a strong commitment to government accountability, transparency, and rigorous fiscal oversight to ensure tax dollars are spent effectively.
Visit Campaign Website →Laura M. Montoya
State TreasurerFocused on the prudent investment of state funds and promoting financial literacy, Laura works to stabilize the state's finances and ensure long-term prosperity for New Mexico.
Visit Campaign Website →Juan Sanchez
Land CommissionerA New Mexico farmer and conservation advocate with experience in natural-resource work. Sanchez said in a public meeting that he will NOT consider lowering fee increases on O/G even though they are driving producers out of state. Rather,he will focus on maximizing state income from O/G companies operating in New Mexico.
Visit Campaign Website →Ramona L. Goolsby
Secretary of StateRunning on a platform emphasizing transparency, vowing to increase integrity of election administration to include Voter ID, audits of voter roles and removing non-citens fromv voter roles.
Visit Campaign Website → Candidate Survey Response →Samuel Isaiah Kane Sr.
Attorney GeneralFocused on criminal justice reform and robust support for law enforcement, Samuel advocates for safer communities and a stronger application of the rule of law.
Visit Campaign Website →Joshua James Ryan Lawrence
State AuditorJoshua James Ryan Lawrence is committed to bringing fresh oversight to state spending and improving the efficiency of government operations through active financial auditing.
Visit Campaign Website →James F. Ellison
State TreasurerEmphasizing conservative fiscal management, James F. Ellison advocates for responsible stewardship of state funds and increased financial transparency for taxpayers.
Visit Campaign Website →Michael Perry
Land CommissionerMichael Perry is a Chaves County Commissioner, former State Land Office Commissioner and longtime wildlife and habitat professional. His campaign focuses on responsible land management with reasonable fees on O/G producers. He said he would re-visit recent increases in O/G royalty requirements that have led to reduced income from state O/G leases.
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