Source New Mexico

“For me, it’s a moral obligation to think closely and to name out loud that a war is causing a surplus in our trust funds,” said NM Rep. Micaela Lara Cadena (D-Mesilla). “I hope we hold the purpose of those funds very close to heart, and make sure that when we raise money, when money comes to our coffers like that, that we spend it and spend it well.”

NM revenue increases $850M due to Iran war, state economist estimates • Source New Mexico The windfall will benefit trust funds for childcare, behavioral health and Medicaid. But NM households also feel the pinch of higher costs.

And just like that. The primary race for governor is over and the general begins.

In decisive victory, Haaland pitches ‘a better New Mexico’ as Dem nominee for governor • Source New Mexico Deb Haaland declares victory in her June 2, 2026 Democratic primary race for governor of New Mexico against Sam Bregman