Governor of New Mexico, Democrat
3 stories from The GOP Files, newest first. Last in the news Oct 28.
President Trump approved only part of New Mexico's request for federal help after record flooding along the San Juan River. Counties and tribal nations that have already spent heavily on rescues and cleanup won't be repaid under this order, so the governor is preparing a bigger request.
The San Juan River swamped Pagosa Springs this week, higher than the flood that hit the town a year ago. After that flood, the Trump administration turned down Colorado's request for federal recovery money. Now New Mexico is getting ready to ask for help too.
Sen. Ben Ray Luján is hosting a pig-roast rally in Albuquerque on Saturday to mark New Mexico's new early spot in the 2028 Democratic primary calendar. Two senators who are weighing presidential runs are scheduled to attend.
