It was an often unruly and arguably a somewhat unproductive 90 minute plus presidential debate last night but it did check off just about evey major issue facing the electorate. In short, there is no need for any more debates. VP Harris reintroduced herself, often effectively, and President Trump did

The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) has launched a new TV ad targeting far-left Democrat Rep. Gabe Vasquez in the New Mexico 2nd Congressional District (NM-02) race. The ad focuses on Vasquez’s past comments regarding defunding the police, a controversial issue that has been central to political debates across the

New Mexico has been ranked 46th in WalletHub’s 2024 Happiest States in America report, indicating significant challenges in emotional, physical, and social well-being. One of the most concerning statistics is that the state has the highest rate of divorce in the nation, with a separation and divorce rate 1.7 times

Vasquez and MLGHow important is abortion to Democratic hopes in New Mexico this fall? So important that even Rep. Gabe Vasquez shed his usual caution and showed up for the groundbreaking of a new $10 million reproductive health center in Las Cruces hosted by Gov. Lujan Grisham, one of the

Today's court deadline requiring the New Mexico Project to report to the state who gives the PAC money and how they spend it will come and go without any compliance as the group appeals the decision to a higher court. That's the word from businessman and politico Jeff Apodaca who

New multi-million-dollar ad buys from the group Election Freedom, Inc. blister New Mexico Sen. Martin Heinrich and Kamala Harris, the Democrats’ nominee for president, over their actions that increased inflation for everyday New Mexicans and created a crisis at the southern border. The two ads ad, featuring both of the

During the 76th Annual Navajo Nation Fair, taking place in Window Rock, Arizona, Republicans came out in full force to support 45th President Donald Trump, New Mexico’s U.S. Senate candidate Nella Domenici, who is challenging Martin Heinrich, and other Republicans with a float and signs at the parade. Many Republicans

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s expensive $600 million taxpayer-backed solar project continues to face growing concerns as Maxeon Solar, the company behind the initiative, announced disappointing financial projections for the third quarter of 2024. Maxeon, which was chosen to build a new solar manufacturing facility in Albuquerque, revealed it expects a

That Emerson College poll showing strong leads across the board for Democratic candidates in New Mexico sucked a lot of oxygen out of La Politica. The numbers quickly snuffed out the off the wall speculation that somehow Trump--who has lost two races here--could now be competitive; that the US Senate

Far-left Democrat Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will be traveling to Las Cruces to mark the groundbreaking of a new taxpayer-funded abortion center, made possible by $10 million in taxpayer money rushed through the Legislature in 2023. It’s a beautiful morning in New Mexico! We’re on our way to Las Cruces

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is facing renewed criticism for her approach to the border crisis, as she remains the only border state governor who has refused to allocate state resources to help alleviate the ongoing issues at the U.S.-Mexico border. Despite the significant challenges posed by illegal immigration and human

When it comes to placing massive solar developments at ABQ's Mesa del Sol hope again appears positioned to triumph over experience.Maxeon Solar, pledging a $1 billion investment and 1,800 jobs and subsidized to the tune of $600 million in cash and incentives from state and local governments plus millions more

A federal judge ruled that the Democrat New Mexico election officials and prosecutors discriminated against a Republican-aligned group by denying them access to voter registration data. The Friday decision prevents the state from withholding voter data from the Voter Reference Foundation, a group that aims to create a free database

MLG and RomeroMLG is going through more public education secretaries than J. Lo has husbands. But this time it's not her fault. Really. Secretary of Education Arsenio Romero was MLG's fourth. A superintendent of Los Lunas schools before joining the cabinet, Romero is going full-on turncoat against the Governor after

Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller, a far-left Democrat, has made it clear that he’s eyeing another term in office, stating his intention to remain in power to see through various projects. “It’s no secret I am planning on another term, but it’s to see this through,” Keller remarked on Thursday. He

The recent court rulings regarding Title IX have significant implications for New Mexico schools, particularly in light of the Biden-Harris administration’s controversial rules. These rules, which sought to expand supposed protections against “sex discrimination” to include “gender identity,” have faced righteous opposition from conservative groups who argue that they infringe

Nine people have tragically died following a listeria outbreak linked to Boar’s Head deli meats, federal health authorities reported on Wednesday. The outbreak, which has led to the largest recall of its kind since 2011, has also sickened at least 57 individuals, many of whom required hospitalization. The Centers for

In a bold move against dishonest campaign tactics, Republican U.S. Senate candidate Nella Domenici has issued a cease and desist letter via her attorneys to her Democrat opponent, Sen. Martin Heinrich, accusing his campaign of disseminating false and defamatory information. The letter, sent on Friday, takes aim at a television

After two incidents of arson at a Starbucks construction site in Taos, New Mexico, a determined developer is making another attempt to establish the town’s first drive-through location for the coffee giant. The small community of 6,500, known for its history of resistance to outside influences, has given the would-be

As New Mexicans prepare for the 2024-2025 fall and winter seasons, the Farmer’s Almanac offers a forecast that suggests a season of stark contrasts and potentially severe weather conditions. Both the 2024 and upcoming 2025 editions provide critical insights into what residents should expect. The 2024 edition of the Farmer’s

This long-awaited edition of Reader Vox Populi kicks off with a contribution from reader Brian Fejer and his dystopian journey from one end of ABQ to another. Greetings Joe, Great local coverage! This Kamala Harris voter says cheers to (US Senate candidate) Nella Domenici for spotlighting the epic failure of

Some political notes to start with today. . . The race is on to replace House Majority Leader Gail Chasey of ABQ who retires from the Legislature at the end of the year. Four names are circulating for the position that will be decided by the House Democrats following the

Just weeks into the new school year, Democrat Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is already searching for a new leader for the Public Education Department following the sudden resignation of Arsenio Romero, her fourth secretary since she came into office. Romero, New Mexico’s top public education official, unexpectedly stepped down on

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican, has made curbing illegal immigration a top priority, and his efforts go beyond focusing solely on the southern border with Mexico. He is now turning his attention to preventing individuals who have crossed the U.S.-Mexico border from entering Texas through neighboring states, specifically New

ABQ police are pushing the envelope as far as possible as they try to persuade the public that crime is actually going down in the city. Their latest effort didn't work out so well:APD says there was a 15% drop in individual robberies. There was also a 39% drop in

The New Mexico Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of Seig Isaac Chavez, a Las Vegas man who had been sentenced for the brutal 2019 murder of 71-year-old William Smith, a disabled elderly man. Chavez was originally found guilty of first-degree murder and tampering with evidence by a jury in

The Democratic nature of New Mexico is starting to show. In the first major poll by a top-ranked firm Democrats have begun their march home to their party of choice. Earlier polling has sent mixed messaging but the survey from Emerson College, ranked #9 in the nation among nearly 300

Border Patrol agents from the El Paso Sector recently rescued groups of migrants hidden in several stash houses near the U.S.-Mexico border in New Mexico. So far this year, these agents have saved nearly 2,400 migrants from 244 stash houses used for human smuggling. El Paso Sector Chief Patrol Agent

Sarah Silva, a socialist “community organizer” from Las Cruces, New Mexico, has been unanimously selected as the Democratic nominee for New Mexico House District 53, located in Doña Ana and Otero Counties, after a closed-door meeting of Democrats who did not include any from Otero County to vote in Silva’s

The American Action Network (AAN) has launched a new wave of advertising targeting several congressional districts, including New Mexico’s 2nd, represented by far-left Democrat Rep. Gabe Vasquez. As part of a broader $5 million investment in issue advocacy, the campaign urges lawmakers to support stronger immigration policies, including reinstating the

Samantha Barncastle Salopek, a farm and ranch advocate and water law attorney, has received a notable endorsement in her bid for New Mexico State Senate District 38, currently held by far-left Democrat Sen. Carrie Hamblen, who supports abortion up-to-birth and pushing hormone blockers on young children without the consent of