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State Overview
Capital
Santa Fe
Population
2,114,357
Electoral Votes
5
Governor
Michelle Lujan Grisham (Democrat)
House Delegation
3 Democrats
State Leadership
Governor
Michelle Lujan Grisham
DemocratU.S. Senators
- Martin Heinrich
- Ben Ray Lujan
House Delegation
3 Democrats
Congressional Districts: 3
State Legislature
Democrats control both the House and the Senate
Elections Snapshot
Next Major Election
November 2026 General
Electoral Votes
5
Congressional Districts
3
Local News from New Mexico
Crime & Safety
Deming Council Member Calls for 'Tough on Crime' Stance Amid Rising Vandalism
Deming city leaders are pushing for stricter law enforcement and property protections as local residents face a surge in vandalism and theft.
Deming · Aug 4, 2026
Faith & Family
Ruidoso Faith Community Leads Healing After Devastating Fire Season
Local churches in Ruidoso are spearheading recovery efforts and spiritual healing after recent wildfires, proving that community strength outshines federal aid.
Ruidoso · Jul 21, 2026
Crime & Safety
Lincoln County Sheriff Busts Illegal Cartel-Linked Marijuana Grow Operation Near Ruidoso
A raid by the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office on a remote property near Ruidoso uncovered an illegal marijuana cultivation operation with over 6,000 plants, arrested four suspects with alleged ties to a Mexican drug cartel, and exposed gaps in New Mexico's recreational cannabis regulations.
Ruidoso · Jul 8, 2026
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