Abortion rights and energy policy dominated a Monday afternoon debate between the major-party candidates for a seat in the U.S. Senate. Democratic incumbent Sen. Martin Heinrich and Republican challenger Nella Domenici sparred during the televised debate, while also selling themselves to voters as the best choice for Washington, D.C. “I’ve spent my career fighting to […]
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Heinrich, Domenici clash over abortion, oil, inflation
Abortion rights and energy policy dominated a Monday afternoon debate between the major-party candidates for a seat in the U.S. Senate. Democratic incumbent Sen. Martin Heinrich and Republican challenger Nella Domenici sparred during the televised debate, while also selling themselves to voters as the best choice for Washington, D.C. “I’ve spent my career fighting to […]
Posted inPolitics & Elections, Sandoval County
Sandoval County Commission Set for a Shake-Up as Election Approaches
The Sandoval County Commission is poised for a transformation after the General Election on Nov. 5, as two commissioners — Chairman David Heil and Jay Block — are terming out, paving the way for new leadership across three contested districts. As voters prepare to head to the polls in less than a month, they will […]
Posted inCorrales, Politics & Elections, Sandoval County
Cates and Ennenga face off for District 44
In the Nov. 5 General Election, voters in New Mexico’s House District 44 will choose between incumbent Democrat Kathleen Cates and challenger, Republican Ali Ennenga, deciding between Cates’ experience and Ennenga’s fresh approach to representing Bernalillo and Sandoval counties. Cates is seeking reelection, highlighting her understanding of the district’s issues, such as water management, infrastructure […]
Posted inPolitics & Elections, Sandoval County
Faith in the Voting Process
The New Mexico Election Transparency Network is a nonprofit organization based in Sandoval County, devoted to promoting secure and transparent elections in New Mexico and across the country. In recent years, attendees of Sandoval County Commission meetings have heard from members of the New Mexico Election Transparency Network, including founder and Placitas resident John Veltri, […]
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Sandoval County 2024 Election FAQ
Sandoval County voters will vote for a new president, a United States senator and two representatives, several state representatives and senators and three county commissioners, among other local positions in the 2024 general election. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of Nov. 5. How can I register to vote? You can register to vote […]
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Dreamer, small-business owner face off in Senate District 9 race
The state Senate District 9 race features a Dreamer trying to bring the American Dream to New Mexico facing off against a small business owner aiming to use her Sandoval County roots to improve the community she has lived in for more than two decades. The race pits Democrat Cindy Nava, a Bernalillo resident who […]
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In Arizona, Trump pitches ideas to attract more Border Patrol agents
By Patrick Svitek ,The Washington Post (c) 2024 PRESCOTT VALLEY, Ariz. – Former president Donald Trump, during a campaign rally Sunday in Arizona, proposed a dramatic expansion of the Border Patrol, looking to deepen his commitment to border security – an issue where his Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, has sought to challenge him. […]
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In Arizona, Trump pitches ideas to attract more Border Patrol agents
By Patrick Svitek ,The Washington Post (c) 2024 PRESCOTT VALLEY, Ariz. – Former president Donald Trump, during a campaign rally Sunday in Arizona, proposed a dramatic expansion of the Border Patrol, looking to deepen his commitment to border security – an issue where his Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, has sought to challenge him. […]
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Trump requests military aircraft and vehicles amid Iran threat
By Josh Dawsey, Isaac Arnsdorf, The Washington Post (c) 2024 Donald Trump’s campaign requested military aircraft for Trump to fly in during the final weeks of the campaign, expanded flight restrictions over his residences and rallies, ballistic glass pre-positioned in seven battleground states for the campaign’s use and an array of military vehicles to transport Trump, […]